PAPA JOHNS PIZZA #972

With 4 documented inspections, PAPA JOHNS PIZZA #972 in LAKELAND has achieved a 3.5/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

1853 E MEMORIAL BLVD BI 117, LAKELAND 33801

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.5/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 11/6/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10930494

  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand washing sink. employee cleaned Corrected On-Site
  • 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sinks leaks when running water
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By the 3 -compartment sink. Employee repaired Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 10/25/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10703153

  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles stored with napkins and plates. Manager moved cleaner. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 3/18/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8521725

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 10/10/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8521723

  • 35A-09-4:High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 30 Dead flying insects. Manager washed, rinse and sanitized Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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 Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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 Warning