Papa John's Pizza # 5171

5645 W Sr 46 Ste 1039, Sanford, FL 32771
Pizza
Last inspected: Oct 10, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Papa John's Pizza # 5171 stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 10, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

“Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Sanford restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 10, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
82
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -white cutting board on top of cans rack is lightly stained
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in prep area used to store cleaning brushes, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. -sink and mirror lightly soiled
32-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -food prep sink has an accumulation of food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -packs of pizza boxes stored on the floor in dishwashing area, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
64
Feb 9, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -contained water. Labeled by operator **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
86
Dec 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
82
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John's Pizza # 5171 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John's Pizza # 5171 on file is from Oct 10, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa John's Pizza # 5171?

Across the inspection record, “covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa John's Pizza # 5171.

How does Papa John's Pizza # 5171 compare to other restaurants in Sanford?

Papa John's Pizza # 5171 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sanford average of 77.

Has Papa John's Pizza # 5171's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Papa John's Pizza # 5171 have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa John's Pizza # 5171 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Papa John's Pizza # 5171 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa John's Pizza # 5171 is inspected around two times per year on average.