Little Caesars Pizza
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
86
Score
Little Caesars Pizza appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. Little Caesars Pizza was last inspected on Nov 17, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
“Missing drain plug at dumpster” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average for Sarasota sits at 81, putting Little Caesars Pizza on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
6
Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed an opened bowl left in their shredded cheese. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 6 seats not reported on their plan. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a scoop handle in direct contact with flour. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
86
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the kitchen: Premade pizzas (76F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 30minutes. Operator placed them in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed expired:Marie Familus 3/12/24 **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. Was not able to observe approved food handlers training for any employees. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 6 seats not reported on their plan. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a scoop handle in direct contact with flour. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed an opened bowl left in their shredded cheese. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
61
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a household use insecticide stored inside the establishment. Operator disposed of the insecticide. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle stored next to food service items. Operator removed the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 6 seats set up with tables not listed on the report.
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of oil stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Operator placed it on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a scoop handle in contact with Parmesan cheese in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed a missing drain plug. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
61
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink quaternary levels at 0ppm. Operator replaced it with fresh sanitizer and remeasured it at 200ppm quaternary. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a unlabeled spray bottle containing cleaner.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoops with no handles used to dispense cheese.
14-01-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
70
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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 employee agreement. Emailed operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. Emailed English and Spanish
11-26-1
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no plan for vomit. Emailed operator Vomit/Body Fluid cleanup plan. Emailed English and Spanish
11-27-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed flour handle touching flour in container. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on dumpster shared with plaza.
33-11-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear door of restaurant without self closing device. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
70
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several unlabeled spray bottles in kitchen. Employee labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on preparation table. Employee removed drink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container of flour in mixer area with scoop handle in flour. Employee moved scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior door lacking self closing apparatus.
35B-03-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Little Caesars Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Little Caesars Pizza on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Little Caesars Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “missing drain plug at dumpster” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Little Caesars Pizza.
How does Little Caesars Pizza compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Little Caesars Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Little Caesars Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Little Caesars Pizza 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 Pizza 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 Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Little Caesars Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.
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