PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #497
PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #497 has 3 health inspections on file for its OCALA location, with an overall rating of 3.1/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
2705 East Silver Springs Boulevard
Ocala, Florida, 34470
Marion County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 9/15/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10882351
- 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink at the cook line, no sign, manager posted. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, Alfredo sauce 52F at 2:45, employee moved from cooler at 10:30. Manager discard the sauce.
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One male certificate expired M. Stoddard (08/23/2024) Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No current certification. Male manager on site with Registered Proctor certification only. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Got quaternary ammonium.
Inspection Date: 1/16/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8737526
- 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids and some containers stored above triple sink with cracks.
- 14-13-4:Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Orange spatula cracked and chipped, Manager discarded. Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf above triple sink soiled, also with rust. Walk-in cooler shelves soiled. Repeat Violation
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At the dry storage area, 2oz cups not protected and inverted, Employee placed a lid on container. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Two male manager with expired certifications.
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For one male employee
Inspection Date: 8/28/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8358637