Papa John's
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Papa John's is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 493 Marston Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0JQ, in the Oxford City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Oxford City oversees 1,543 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Oxford City is 4.8 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
Details
- Business Type
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 493 Marston Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
- Postcode
- OX3 0JQ
- Local Authority
- Oxford City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 836595
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Papa John's?
Papa John's has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Oxford City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Papa John's last inspected?
Papa John's was last inspected on 2025-09-04. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Papa John's located?
Papa John's is located at 493 Marston Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire , OX3 0JQ, in the Oxford City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX3 postcode area.