PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA

GRADE A

Monday, November 24, 2025

Overview

PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA in Ridgewood received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on November 24, 2025, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
55-42 METROPOLITAN AVENUE
Queens, NY 11385
Cuisine
Pizza
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06C

Food not protected from contamination

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants

📋 Code Requirements

Cover all food; store 6 inches off floor; protect from customer contamination; use sneeze guards

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA — Inspection Questions

Did PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA pass their NYC health inspection on November 24, 2025?
PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA passed with an A grade on November 24, 2025 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA have?
PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 06C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06C (Food not protected from contamination) is a critical violation. All food must be protected from contamination during storage, prep, display and service Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants