Little Caesars
A437 S Gilbert Rd, Mesa 85204
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-75632
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history7 on record
2026
Sep 16, 2026Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC at time of inspection could not provide documentation of a certified food protection manager certificate. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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
Inspector's notes
*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* There is a gap along the bottom of the rear kitchen door that opens to outside. Ensure that the door is repaired to eliminate the gap. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
May 12, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB
Discussed when to wash hands with the PIC and provided handout.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
The PIC at time of inspection could not provide documentation of a certified food protection manager certificate. 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. 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
Inspector's notes
No paper towels or hand drying device available at the rear hand wash sink. PIC provided paper towels. Ensure that all hand wash sinks have paper towels or hand drying device available at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.
Inspector's notes
Multiple chemical items stored over bagged jalapeños and drink items in the rear storage areas. PIC instructed an employee to relocate the chemical items. Ensure that toxic materials are stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single service items. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage
Inspector's notes
There is a gap along the bottom of the rear kitchen door that opens to outside. Ensure that the door is repaired to eliminate the gap. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
2025
Jul 31, 2025RoutinecleanA
No violations noted at time of inspectionPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 30, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Sep 5, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed mop sink handout.
Inspector's notes
Observed mop sink faucet equipped with an AVB with a “sidekick” attached to chemical dispenser. Person in charge removed "sidekick" attachment/shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-201.11 - Priority: Approved-Materials Predefined Comment: Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed excessive grey and orange organic matter on ceiling tiles all around main ovens. Notified Person In Charge (PIC)> ===A dirty ceiling. ===Per the manager, they are actively working on getting tiles replaced. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 12, 2024Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed and receivedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. Weneed 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 atthe below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Victoria C
Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. ====Observed excessive grey and orange organic matter on ceiling tiles all around main ovens. Notified Person In Charge (PIC)> ===A dirty ceiling. ===Per the manager, they are actively working on getting tiles replaced. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Sep 8, 2023Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed and discussed: time as control for food safety; cold holding procedures. Caulk grease trap. Recommend: using only right side of reach in pizza unit. Stainless steel polish on main ovens. #53W Core violation was observed in this inspection.Of note: Establishment has work order for main oven; missing bolt holders. Inspection report was printed and reviewed with the establishment.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permitinvoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive acopy 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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request?Form-181Award: Not Participating,Signer: Christine Morrison
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. ====Observed excessive grey and orange organic matter on ceiling tiles all around main ovens. Notified Person In Charge (PIC)> ===A dirty ceiling. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →