Little Caesars
Last inspected: Sep 29, 2025
95
Score
Going back to 2024, Little Caesars has four inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 29, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about seven violations before that.
“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Little Caesars' latest score is in line with the Glendale average of 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 29, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: In walk-in refrigerator, observed multiple cases of deep dish pizza dough, chicken wings, and pepperoni slices stored on the floor. Reviewed approved food storage with the PIC: • Protected from contamination in clean, dry location 6 inches above floor. • Exceptions to 6 inch rule: food in packages and working containers on case lot handling equipment, pressurized beverage containers, food in waterproof containers (bottles, cans), milk containers in plastic milk crates
3-305.11
95
Sep 18, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Employee observed handling personal device and then start prepping/forming pizza dough balls without washing their hands between tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- On shelf near hand sink, observed bottle of liquid cleanser being stored above cases of pineapple and wax liners for pizza. No visible contamination observed. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection
7-201.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: -- Multiple quat test strips for 3-compartment sink expired between 2018 and 2021. No accurate test strips available onsite at the time of inspection. The inspector used personal quat test strips to verify concentration range measured between 150ppm-400ppm in 3-compartment sink. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Multiple round pizza pans put away as clean/ready-to-use with significant food debris such as cheese, pizza sauce, and pizza crust remnants inside. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. The pans were relocated to ware washing area to wash, rinse, and sanitize before use at the time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: In walk-in refrigerator, observed multiple cases of deep dish pizza dough, chicken wings, and pepperoni slices stored on the floor. Reviewed approved food storage with the PIC: • Protected from contamination in clean, dry location 6 inches above floor. • Exceptions to 6 inch rule: food in packages and working containers on case lot handling equipment, pressurized beverage containers, food in waterproof containers (bottles, cans), milk containers in plastic milk crates
3-305.11
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- In clean equipment storage area, observed multiple dishes stacked with water/moisture between them. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. Requested the PIC separate equipment to allow for air drying at the time of inspection
4-901.11
Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing
Inspector notes: -- Hand sink near pizza station is starting to detach from the wall with open spaces/gaps in the sealing. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-402.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: -- Old food debris observed on floors, floor drains, and walls throughout the establishment. Significant accumulation of black organic matter on wall near 3-compartment sink. Discussed with the person in charge increasing cleaning frequencies and maintaining a cleaning schedule to prevent heavy accumulation of debris
6-501.12
Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Personal backpack sitting on top of sealed case of pizza boxes. No visible contamination observed. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. At the time of inspection, an employee relocated backpack to office area
6-501.110
45
Jun 4, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing
Inspector notes: -- Hand sink near pizza station is starting to detach from the wall with open spaces/gaps in the sealing. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-402.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: -- Old food debris observed on floors, floor drains, and walls throughout the establishment. Discussed with the person in charge increasing cleaning frequencies and maintaining a cleaning schedule to prevent heavy accumulation of debris
6-501.12
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
Inspector notes: -- In walk-in refrigerator, observed personal drink sitting on top of cases of cheese for food service. Near prep station, observed personal backpack and drink sitting on top of clean pizza boxes. No visible contamination observed. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Create an approved designated area for personal belongings prior to the next routine inspection
6-403.11
82
Oct 22, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Multiple racks of pizzas were out at room temperature without time as a public health control timers set. An employee stated the pizzas were made approximately 1.5 hours prior to the inspection (1:45 PM). All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Multiple racks of chicken wings were in the walk-in refrigerator without date mark labels on the pans. The person in charge (PIC) stated the wings were prepped 2 days prior the inspection (10/19/24). RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
Cross connection present or not corrected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Violation Item Name: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices Code: 5-205.12 (B): Priority Foundation: Prohibiting a Cross Connection; Non Drinking Lines Inspector Notes & Corrective Actions: -- At mop sink, observed AVB with a Y-valve attached with a direct supply water line feeding a chemical dispenser. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. Requested the PIC remove shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection
5-205.12(B)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Refuse not removed at sufficient frequency
Inspector notes: -- Observed overflowing accumulation of trash in and around trash receptacles outside of the establishment. Discussed with the PIC the importance of removing garbage frequently to minimize odors and other conditions that may attract/harbor insects and rodents
5-502.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Little Caesars last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Little Caesars on file is from Sep 29, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Little Caesars?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Little Caesars.
How does Little Caesars compare to other restaurants in Glendale?
Little Caesars most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.
Has Little Caesars' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Little Caesars have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the 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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