Little Caesars #659
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Little Caesars #659 six times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 2, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 83, which Little Caesars #659's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training. Manager in charge couldn't find certificates. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no trash can lid on unisex public restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing cracked floor tiles at rear kitchen exit door. Observed missing floor tile at rear of walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in unisex public restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
78
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training. Manager in charge couldn't find certificates. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no written plans for employees. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no trash can lid on unisex public restroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food prep employee wearing bracelet. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing cracked floor tiles at rear kitchen exit door. Observed missing floor tile at rear of walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in unisex public restroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
67
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of liquid cleanser on top of stack of pizza flour. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed some employees without proof no written plans in place.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees without proof of training.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at rear kitchen hand sink. Manager replaced.. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2023 license posted.
50-09-4
Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed employee open energy drink above pizza prep station. Manager removed drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-04-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from can at pizza station.
12B-12-5
55
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 kitchen food prep employees with no hair restraints. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: Observed one employee working with food with no hair restraint. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles not labeled. Observed spice shaker not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: Observed squeeze bottles not labeled. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
90
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of orange Provided operator with information on food allergen awareness (Form HR 5030-038) and employee health/manager responsibility (Form HR 5030-039 and equipment cleaner on shelf next to food. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of certification on site. Manager stated that his certification is at other store. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front or back hand sinks. Manager replaced with paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of any food handler training on site. Manager stated other manager has certificates with him. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no written plan in place for employee reporting forms. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 kitchen food prep employees with no hair restraints.
13-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at front public use restroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles not labeled. Observed spice shaker not labeled.
02D-01-5
50
Dec 28, 2022
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet pans on shelf in dish area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-28: Observed wet stacked panS on dish rack next to three part sink. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing sign in unisex restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-28: Observed no hand washing sign present at front unisex restroom. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Little Caesars #659 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Little Caesars #659 on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Little Caesars #659?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Little Caesars #659.
How does Little Caesars #659 compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?
Little Caesars #659 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Palmetto average of 83.
Has Little Caesars #659's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Little Caesars #659 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Little Caesars #659 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 Little Caesars #659 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Little Caesars #659 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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