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.
3605 SW ARCHER RD
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 10/7/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10911080
- 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
Inspection Date: 11/5/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8727789
- 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
Inspection Date: 10/13/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8349623
- 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**