PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #498
Based on 3 health inspections, PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #498 in GAINESVILLE has earned a 2.4/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
Last inspection: 5 months ago · 3 reports on file
3605 SW ARCHER RD
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
10/7/2025· 5mo ago
Visit ID: 10911080
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 1 int, 1 basic
- 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed : the second ham portioning scoop handle was touching food product. This was adjusted. Corrected On-Site
- 49-05-4:Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Observed cardboard box less than six inches from the gas fired hot water heater. The box and rack were moved away. Corrected On-Site
- 03F-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed : the bulk pizza sauce out for service lacks a time stamp. An adjusted sticker was made for the next 9.5 hours. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed shift leads, which include Cody and Lauren, have no proof of Certified Food Manager certificates. Repeat Violation
11/5/2024· 1y 4mo ago
Visit ID: 8727789
Met Inspection Standards2 int, 3 basic
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed: the sign is missing for the restroom.
- 32-17-4:Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed: the self closer is not attached to the restroom door. Repeat Violation
- 38-10-4:Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in bathroom area. Observed: there are no working lights in the restroom.
- 53A-04-6:Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed: Cody, store manager, no certificate available for review.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the can opener has dried food debris on the blade. Repeat Violation
10/13/2023· 2y 5mo ago
Visit ID: 8349623
Met Inspection Standards2 high, 1 int, 2 basic
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed: the restroom door self closer is disconnected.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed: on the cook line the scoop handle for mushrooms touching product. The scoop was adjusted over the edge. Corrected On-Site
- 03E-03-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Observed: precooked chicken, when coming out of the conveyor oven, 112F. The chicken was run thru again, 209F. Corrected On-Site
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on a prep table over bottled drinks. This was moved to the floor. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: can opener blade with dried food debris on both sides. This was moved to dish. **Corrective Action Taken**