A1 Food & Liquor

6514 W Bethany Home Rd, Glendale, AZ 85301

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Retail Food

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited A1 Food & Liquor five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 10, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

“Equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average is 97, putting A1 Food & Liquor squarely in typical territory. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed soda nozzles with organic matter growth. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Had person in charge take off nozzles and clean at time of inspection

4-602.11(E)

Aug 22, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 13, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed mouse droppings in the cabinets underneath the soda machine. also observed multiple holes leading to underneath the shelves with more mouse droppings visible. Utilize certified pest control service to rid of rodents and maintain receipts. Cover up holes under cabinet. Reinspection to occur on or before 8/23/25

6-501.111(C)

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Test strips not available at time of inspection. Obtain and maintain onsite as establishment has food contact surfaces such as soda nozzles and pickle tongs that must be sanitized daily. Thank you,

4-302.14

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Ice machine has green slime to touch organic material growing on inside of machine panel. Instructed person in charge to clean and keep clean

4-602.11(E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Mop sink leaking. Instructed person in charge to repair

5-205.15(B)

Oct 10, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Several of the nozzles at soda fountain have accumulation of light brown debris on interior. Brought to attention of person in charge to clean. Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a necessary frequency to keep free of debris

4-602.11(E)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was A1 Food & Liquor last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at A1 Food & Liquor on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at A1 Food & Liquor?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at A1 Food & Liquor.

How does A1 Food & Liquor compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

A1 Food & Liquor most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has A1 Food & Liquor's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at A1 Food & Liquor have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at A1 Food & Liquor 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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