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Little Caesars

5107 W Glendale Ave, Glendale 85301

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-09017

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

95
Excellent

Glendale restaurant avg: 97

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1000602023202420252026Oct 10, 2023 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Mar 26, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 1, 2024 — Routine — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)May 28, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Nov 13, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 13, 2026 — Routine — score 83 (0 priority, 3 foundation, 2 core)May 20, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

May 20, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. The PIC provided proof of a working probe thermometer via email on Wed 5/20/2026 4:50 PM.

May 13, 2026Routine3 foundation2 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.A re-inspection will be conducted within 10 days for #36. Thermometers Provided and Accurate - probing thermometer

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was not on site at the time of inspection. A 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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

-- Scouring pad and plastic cup placed inside basin for hand sink near pizza dough prep area. Reviewed hand sink restrictions with the person in charge: • Hand sinks must be maintained free and clear so that it is accessible at all times. • Not used for purposes other than handwashing. • Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC removed all items inside hand sink basin at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#24 — Time as a Public Health Control: Procedures and RecordsPriority foundation3-501.19

Inspector's notes

-- Multiple unbaked pepperoni pizzas placed on rack out at room temperatures without time as a public health control (TPHC) time set. An employee stated the pizzas had been out for approximately 2 hours. At the time of inspection, the employee stated they will bake pizzas in oven to stage for TPHC in warmers. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

#36 — Thermometers Provided and AccuratePriority foundation4-302.12

Inspector's notes

-- Unable to verify a working probe thermometer is available for the establishment. Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Provide proof of a working probe thermometer for establishment prior to 10-day re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.13

Inspector's notes

-- Insect control device observed installed directly above pizza dough prep area. No visible contamination observed. Devices used to electrocute, stun, or trap flying insects shall be designed to retain them within the device and must be installed so they are not located over food preparation, food contact, or warewashing areas to prevent contamination. Relocate device to an approved area prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.13 - Core: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation

2025

Nov 13, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 28, 2025Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with person in charge about cleaning frequency of pizza oven hood and nearby wall tiles. Reviewed time as a control requirements and recommended having a designated bin in walk-in fridge for employee food/drink.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. 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. **Fifth Consecutive Repeat Violation**

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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

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

Hand wash station near dough prep station does not have a splash guard on the side adjacent to the dough prep area. Please provide splash guard for the hand wash station to help prevent possible contamination of the dough station. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **Second Consecutive Repeat Violation**

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Repeat Violation 3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

#54 — Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities MaintainedCore5-501.113

Inspector's notes

Observed dumpster to not have any covering or lid. Outside receptacles must be closed with tight fitting lids or doors. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-501.113 - Core: Covering Receptacles

2024

Oct 1, 2024Routine4 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed mop sink set up and connection restrictions. Also discussed maintenance of test strips

#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 kitchen 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 ***4th consecutive action*** 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

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

Hand wash station near dough prep station does not have a splash guard on the side adjacent to the dough prep area. Please provide splash guard for the hand wash station to help prevent possible contamination of the dough station. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

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

Inspector's notes

Small holes on wall above dough station. Crevices exposing inner wall below hand wash station in restroom. Coved base peeling away from wall near hand wash station at front entrance of store. Please repair these areas to provide smooth and easily cleanable areas. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-403.11

Inspector's notes

Open personal beverage items observed outside of the designated container for personal food items in the walk-in, above the boxing station, and in the prep cooler. Please keep personal food and beverage items in a designated area that minimizes the potential of contamination of the products for service to the public. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking

Mar 26, 2024RoutinecleanA

Discussed use of time as a public health control.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager-- The person in charge at the time of inspection was not a certified food protection manager (a person in charge, who is also a certified food protection manager, must be present during all hours of operation).Correct prior to next routine inspection. *** 3rd Consecutive Violation ***For information on obtaining manager certification visit https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants**2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager(A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM.No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. The inspection report was emailed.------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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Anthony Quen

2023

Oct 10, 2023Routine2 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager - No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the kitchen 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 ***2nd consecutive violation***Discussed time control accuracy, AVB maintenance at mop sink, plumbing maintenance.The inspection Report was printed and given to PIC at the establishment at time of inspection. Visit our Active Managerial Control Toolbox webpage for helpful handouts and information to promote food safety in your establishmenthttps://esd.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-ToolboxOn 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Anthony Quen

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Repeat Violation Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability - Cove base throughout most of the facility is missing or damaged from a previous flood last year and still hasn't been replaced. Caulking above both hand wash station has eroded and/or separated from the wall. Small holes in the wall to the right of the hand wash station in the rear of the facility. Please resurface these areas to provide a smooth easily cleanable surface prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-403.11

Core-6-403.11, C: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking - Personal food items in walk-in found stored above establishment's food items and ingredients. Personal items stored on rack above dough prep area in rear of facility. Please designate an area for personal item storage that helps prevent possible contamination of food items, food production areas, or food storage areas. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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 →