Little Caesars Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Little Caesars Pizza has four inspections on file, the first dated 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to one violation per visit.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Restaurants in Gainesville average 91, so Little Caesars Pizza is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Followup
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection report to not be posted in public view inside the store or in the drive-thru window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
95
Apr 10, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee to turn hand sink faucet handle off after washing their hands without the use of a barrier.
511-6-1.03(5)(b)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no labels or timers, indicating the time in which a food is rendered unsafe after the 4 hour hold period for prepped pizza with shredded mozzarella and pre-cooked bacon.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed peroxide disinfectant to be stored above pizza boxes, which are food contact surfaces. Also, observed degreaser and liquid cleaner to be stored next to sanitized dishware in the back of the facility.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - Responsibility of PIC (Pf) (o) Reporting Responsibilities. Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. COS: The PIC had all food employees sign an employee health agreement in the facility before the end of the inspection.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provisions at the drive-thru window and the paper towel dispenser to be not operational, leaving no hand sinks with paper towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
9-2 - compliance with variance, specialized process and haccp plan
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the marinara pizza sauce in the facility to have a variance that allows the pizza sauce to exceed the 6-hour rule, but no longer than 16 hours as long as the temperature of the food does not exceed 100F, but follows all other time rules. The food was found with no label, indicating the time in which the food is no longer safe to use.
511-6-1.10(5)(c)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed no active managerial control in the facility based on the following:
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy soil accumulation on the baking pans.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the 3-compartment sink plumbing to be leaking water on to the floor of the facility.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the side door of the outside dumpster to be open.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
37
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee to turn hand sink faucet handle off after washing their hands without the use of a barrier.
511-6-1.03(5)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no inspection report in public view inside the store or in the drive-thru window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of food debris on floors, walls, and ceilings throughout facility. Food accumulation was also observed on equipment and gaskets to reach-in coolers.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
78
Jun 12, 2025
Initial
2 minor violations.
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12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed a food employee in the facility to be wearing a bracelet while actively preparing food. Food employee stated the bracelet was unable to be removed and is permanent. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Note: EHS informed food employee that due to the permanent jewelry, they are unable to handle food. Food employee began working at the cashier taking orders to prevent possible contamination of food products.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of food debris on floors, walls, and ceilings throughout facility. Food accumulation was also observed on equipment and gaskets to reach-in coolers. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Note: PIC stated all nonfood contact surfaces will be cleaned and a cleaning schedule will be implemented to prevent further accumulation of food debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Little Caesars Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Little Caesars Pizza on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Little Caesars Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Little Caesars Pizza.
How does Little Caesars Pizza compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Little Caesars Pizza most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 91.
Has Little Caesars Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Little Caesars Pizza have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the 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.
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