Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
21
Last inspection
May 21, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 7
Papa John's currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 21, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
May 21, 2026
- Date
- May 21, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 21, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Papa John's received a B grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in August 2024 with a score of 14.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Papa John's's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Papa John's's current NYC health grade?
Papa John's currently has a Z grade.
When was Papa John's last inspected?
Papa John's was last inspected on May 21, 2026.
What was Papa John's's latest inspection score?
Papa John's's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Papa John's have in its latest inspection?
Papa John's had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Papa John's located?
Papa John's is located at 1701 Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11236.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50129755
Last updated: July 3, 2026