Papa John's Pizza
B7102 E Baseline Rd, Mesa 85209
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-86574
Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history9 on record
2026
Sep 2, 2026Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed pizza sauce tub on counter at room temperature without a label stating what time it would be discarded. PIC placed a sticker on the tub at time of inspection. Also observed portioned pizza sauces for to-go orders with an internal temperature of 67*f. Label on product stated product could be used until 9/3, more than 24 hours. PIC stated portioned sauces are moved from temperature-controlled environment for a short period of time and then moved back to walk-in cooler. Please follow time as a control policy and document or keep under refrigeration at all times to prevent bacterial growth. PIC moved to walk-in cooler to rapidly chill. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
Mar 27, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Sep 12, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is using a mat/carpet when spreading dough. PIC provided documentation to show the equipment is food safe. However, the mat does not meet the criteria for "Smooth" means: (1) A FOOD-CONTACT SURFACE having a surface free of pits and inclusions with a cleanability equal to or exceeding that of (100 grit) number 3 stainless steel; 4-101.11 Characteristics. Materials that are used in the construction of UTENSILS and FOODCONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT may not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to FOOD, and under normal use conditions shall be: P (A) Safe; P (B) Durable, CORROSION-RESISTANT, and nonabsorbent; (C) Sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated WAREWASHING; (D) Finished to have a SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE surface; and (E) Resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion, and decomposition. Please look for an alternative that meets the above criteria
Apr 9, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Oct 10, 2024Routine1 foundationB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Please send picture of 100F water at hand sink within 24 hours. Gave manager my card.
Inspector's notes
Observed 80F water at all sinks in the facility, and manager said the hot water is not working. Manager confirmed that a repairperson is coming later today, or earlier tomorrow. Talked to manager about hot water policy. Ensure there is 100F hot water from each sink at all times. Ensure that repair is made within 24 hours, or Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours.
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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Apr 19, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager**No Food Manager present. Please ensure there is a Certified Food Manager Present during all hours of operation. The current GM certificate has expired on 12/23**2nd repeat violationInspection was emailedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Alexander Molina
2023
Nov 7, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager**No Food Manager present. Please ensure there is a Certified Food Manager Present during all hours of operation. PIC stated that the certified food protection manager starts her shift at 5pm. **1st repeat violationInspection was emailedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permitinvoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive acopy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Alexis Yale
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →