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PAPA JOHNS PIZZA #972

1853 E MEMORIAL BLVD BI 117, Lakeland FL 33801 · 863-680-4000

Last inspected Nov 6, 2025 · 4 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceNOS6307798
Grade history
OCT 23
OCT 24
NOV 25
▼ IMPROVING

3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 30 Dead flying insects. Manager washed, rinse and sanitized
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By the 3 -compartment sink. Employee repaired
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand washing sink. employee cleaned
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sinks leaks when running water
Basic/29-08-4
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles stored with napkins and plates. Manager moved cleaner.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 10, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 30 Dead flying insects. Manager washed, rinse and sanitized
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. emailed to manager
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.emailed to Manager
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.