Little Caesars
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Little Caesars, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood contact surfaces”, which has been cited four times.
Little Caesars' latest score of 78 falls below the Gilbert average of 96. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee in the dough area handled personal phone, then continued to place dough into pans without washing hands. The employee was asked to wash hands and did so. Ensure that employees wash hands after engaging in activities that may contaminate hands
2-301.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: There is a gap at the bottom of the back door. Install door sweep on the bottom of the door to eliminate the gap or eliminate by other means. ** Insects and rodents are vectors of disease-causing microorganisms which may be transmitted to humans by contamination of food and food-contact surfaces. The presence of insects and rodents is minimized by protecting outer openings to the food establishment
6-202.15
78
Nov 13, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Large amounts of black and orange organic matter noticed on sides of pizza racks; green racks, stainless steel racks. Observed large amounts of white organic matter on rack of breadstick areas. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). -===Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection ===6TH CONSECUTIVE
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed black cove base coming apart from wall at two areas around the dough area. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ====Floors, floorcoverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Correct prior to next routine inspection. ===6TH CONSECUTIVE
6-201.11
90
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water at the handwashing sink in the front of the house, the hot water valve did not work. Notified person in charge and they put in a work order
5-202.12(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Large amounts of black and orange organic matter noticed on sides of pizza racks; green racks, stainless steel racks. Observed large amounts of white organic matter on rack of breadstick areas. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). -===Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection ===6TH CONSECUTIVE
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed black cove base coming apart from wall at two areas around the dough area. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ====Floors, floorcoverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Correct prior to next routine inspection. ===6TH CONSECUTIVE
6-201.11
82
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed deteriorated caulking along back of house hand sink; sink needs to be caulked all around to wall. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ====Fixed equipment shall be sealed to the wall. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection ===4TH CONSECUTIVE
4-402.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Large amounts of black and orange organic matter noticed on sides of pizza racks; green racks, stainless steel racks. Observed large amounts of white organic matter on rack of breadstick areas. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). -===Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection ===5TH CONSECUTIVE
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed black cove base coming apart from wall at two areas around the dough area. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ====Floors, floorcoverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Correct prior to next routine inspection. ===5TH CONSECUTIVE
6-201.11
86
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed deteriorated caulking along back of house hand sink; sink needs to be caulked all around to wall. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ====Fixed equipment shall be sealed to the wall. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
4-402.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Large amounts of black and orange organic matter noticed on sides of pizza racks; green racks, stainless steel racks. Observed large amounts of white organic matter on rack of breadstick areas. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). -===Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 4th
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed white and yellow organic matter all along the wall behind three compartment sink. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). =======A dirty wall or ceiling. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection, Repeat Violations: 3rd 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Addl Notes: Observed black cove base coming apart from wall at two areas around the dough area. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ====Floors, floorcoverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 4th Consecutive ===Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Little Caesars last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Little Caesars on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Little Caesars?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Little Caesars.
How does Little Caesars compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?
Little Caesars most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.
Has Little Caesars' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Little Caesars have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Little Caesars 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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