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Little Caesars

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822 E Union Hills Dr, Phoenix 85024

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-04184

Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

97
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Aug 23, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 2, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jul 15, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 7, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 30, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 26, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 29, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Jun 29, 2026Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cleaning frequencies for food contact equipment (4 hour rule)

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the unit is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services ***6th consecutive violation*** Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

Coved base missing near reach-in freezer, crevices and holes around piping in ware wash area exposing inner wall.

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Repeat Violation 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. ***2nd consecutive violation*** Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Jan 26, 2026Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.PIC stated remodel is to occur but only for front lobby of store. If remodeling is to take place in kitchen areas please contact MCESD to inquire about possible Plan Review requirements. Discussed restroom door positioning, possible addition of splash guard to hand wash nearest pizza oven, storage of sanitizer buckets, personal beverage use/storage, sanitizer test strip maintenance, and back door sweep.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the unit is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services ***5th consecutive violation*** Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

Lower portion of walls damaged near rear entrance and restroom doors. Tiled coved base just to the right of the grease trap is missing grout on upper edge creating a small crevice. Rubber coved base missing behind section of prep area.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

2025

Jul 30, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Jan 7, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Violation Item Name: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices Code: 5-202.11 (A): Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law Inspector Notes & Corrective Actions: -- At mop sink, observed faucet with an AVB and a Y-valve attached supplying water to 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 detach connected hose between mop sink and chemical dispenser. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law

2024

Jul 15, 2024Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Jan 2, 2024Routine2 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email and printed. Reviewed date marking ready-to-eat TCS foods within 24 hours. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerAt the time of inspection, food safety managers certification not available. Ensure person in charge (PIC) obtains food safety managers certification and maintains it available for inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Signer: Angela F. ,Review Notes: QA,Review Complete: CHECKED,Award: A

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore5-501.17

Core-5-501.17, C: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered -- No closed trash lid available for unisex restroom. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions -- Observed heavy accumulation of food spoilage buildup in floor drain under the 3-compartment sink. Spoke with the person in charge (PIC) about increasing cleaning frequencies and creating a cleaning schedule to prevent heavy buildup of debris and food. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Aug 23, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed ensuring employees understand time as control policy and times when holding pizzas.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Stacy E. Person in Charge

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed debris underneath 3-compartment sink and underneath equipment. Advised person in charge (PIC) that areas underneath equipment shall be cleaned to sight and touch and at a frequency to prevent debris build up. PIC stated they will have areas cleaned as soon as possible. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →