Albertson's

3130 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Meat Market

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Albertson's has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

Looking across the full record, “system maintained in good repair” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting Albertson's on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 7, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed handsink in main display area coming off of wall and failing to drain properly

5-205.15(B)

Oct 27, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 19, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Shellstock, Maintaining Identification (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed shell stock tags for clams and oysters in pencil box with no date on the shellstock tag of when the last shellstock tag was sold. The shellstock tags from the span of the last 50 days were not marked with the sell date. The date when the last Shellstock from container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. Discussed with the PIC the importance of marking the date on the Shellstock tag of the date of the last sale and provided Maricopa County handout

3-203.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager on site at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Consecutive repeat violation: 2nd

2-102.12(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the pipe under the prep sink split and water leaking out from the pipe onto the floor. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

Apr 17, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed packaged and sealed cooked RTE ham stored below raw, uncooked packaged bacon. Observed raw packaged ground beef stored above raw pork chops. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Albertson's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Albertson's on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Albertson's?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Albertson's.

How does Albertson's compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Albertson's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Albertson's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Albertson's have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Albertson's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Albertson's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Albertson's is inspected around four times per year on average.

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