Little Caesars

7919 E Thomas Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Pizza
License: Food Establishment - Food Production
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Little Caesars appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 24, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up four times.

Compared to other Scottsdale restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a spray bottle of orange degreaser hanging from a rack, with the sprayer pointed towards opened single-use sauce cups. PIC moved the degreaser to the chemical storage area. Discussed chemical storage. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination
7-201.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Certified Food Protection Manager not at establishment during the inspection. 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
2-102.12(A)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed the handwashing sink near the 3-compartment sink to have a large gap in between the sink and the wall. Discussed securing and resealing the sink to the wall. Equipment that is stationary (not easily moved) and subject to moisture must be sealed and maintained to prevent the harborage of insects and rodents
4-402.11
78
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed main can opener with build up of black organic matter. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC will direct employee to wash, rinse, and sanitize can opener. ===Clean to look and touch
4-601.11(A)
Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment has time as control policy for prepared pizzas on racks. Observed during inspection that cheese pizzas and pepperoni pizzas were filled on one racks in 3 separate zones with no timer starter. All areas were full. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC started all timers. Per PIC all pizzas were recently prepared. ===If utilizing 4 hours and no temperature control: The food has to be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point the TCS food was removed from temperature control. 3rd Consecutive Violation
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no Certified Food Protection Manager was present. During open hours of operation a Certified Food Protection Manager and Certificate are needed.====2nd Consecutive violation
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed and discussed on previous inspections the need to replace missing drain grate/basket below three compartment sink. At time of inspection drain is still missing drain grate/basket. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===Missing floor drain grate
5-205.15(B)
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: Observed on previous inspections that restroom door is not self closing. Again during inspection restroom door is not able to self close properly. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door
6-202.14
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed bare concrete flooring throughout the main walk in unit; cracked concrete; cracked floor tiles parts all around the main grease trap unit. 4 Ceiling tiles falling apart from ceiling. Notified Person In Charge(PIC). == Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 3rd Consecutive Violation
6-501.12
67
Sep 2, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed main can opener with build up of black organic matter. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC will direct employee to wash, rinse, and sanitize can opener. ===Clean to look and touch
4-601.11(A)
Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment has time as control policy for prepared pizzas on racks. Observed during inspection that cheese pizzas and pepperoni pizzas were filled on one racks in 3 separate zones with no timer starter. All areas were full. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC started all timers. Per PIC all pizzas were recently prepared. ===If utilizing 4 hours and no temperature control: The food has to be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point the TCS food was removed from temperature control. 3rd Consecutive Violation
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
Inspector notes: Observed on previous inspections that restroom door is not self closing. Again during inspection restroom door is not able to self close properly. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight fitting and self-closing door
6-202.14
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed bare concrete flooring throughout the main walk in unit; cracked concrete; cracked floor tiles parts all around the main grease trap unit. 4 Ceiling tiles falling apart from ceiling. Notified Person In Charge(PIC). == Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 3rd Consecutive Violation
6-501.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed and discussed on previous inspections the need to replace missing drain grate/basket below three compartment sink. At time of inspection drain is still missing drain grate/basket. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===Missing floor drain grate
5-205.15(B)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no Certified Food Protection Manager was present. During open hours of operation a Certified Food Protection Manager and Certificate are needed.====2nd Consecutive violation
2-102.12(A)
67
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment has time as control policy for prepared pizzas on racks. Observed during inspection that cheese pizzas and pepperoni pizzas were on two separate racks in 5 separate zones with no timer starter. All areas were full. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC started all timers. Per PIC all pizzas were recently prepared. ===If utilizing 4 hours and no temperature control: The food has to be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4hours past the point the TCS food was removed from temperature control. 2nd Consecutive Violation
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed bare concrete flooring throughout the main walk in unit; cracked tiles all around the main grease trap unit. Missing wall to right of bathroom wall. 4 Ceiling tiles falling apart from ceiling. Notified Person In Charge(PIC). == Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 2nd Consecutive Violation
6-201.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no Certified Food Protection Manager was present. During open hours of operation a Certified Food Protection Manager and Certificate are needed
2-102.12(A)
82
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed water supply in mop sink area directly attached to the chemical dispenser via downstream sidekick valve connector. Notified employee that connection is unapproved. Employee removed side kick valve from water supply. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Faucet was partially on during inspection. Faucet has approved AVB installed, which has been under pressure whenever water supply is on. PIC turned water off. Discussed AVB's and backflow. Non-testable Anti-siphon Vacuum Breaker devices are designed to protect potable water supplies from the backsiphonage of non-health hazard cross-connections and low flow, non-continouous pressure installations. Use only with non-continuous pressure. No downstream shutoff valves are allowed. =============No shut-offs (butterfly yvalves), solenoids, or devices (i.e. side-kicks), equipment, etc., are allowed be present on the downstream side of an AVB
5-202.11(A)
Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment has time as control policy for prepared pizzas on racks. Observed during inspection that cheese pizzas and pepperoni pizzas were on two separate racks in 6 separate zones with no timer starter. All areas were full. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC started all timers. Per PIC all pizzas were recently prepared
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed bare concrete flooring throughout the main walk in unit; cracked tiles all around them main grease trap unit. Notified Person In Charge(PIC). == Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable
6-201.11
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed at hand sink to right of main prep area with missing/cracked caulking. Notifified Person In Charge (PIC)
4-402.11
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Little Caesars last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Little Caesars on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Little Caesars?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Little Caesars.

How does Little Caesars compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Little Caesars most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Little Caesars' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Little Caesars have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six 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.