Food City

845 W Southern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Bakery
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Food City has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Among Phoenix restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of organic matter around door frame of both bakery walk-in freezers. Discussed with PIC that physical facility requires to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris
6-501.12
95
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed food debris buildup on inside cabinet doors and track. Discussed with PIC that all non-food contact surfaces need to be clean
4-602.13
95
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Food City last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Food City on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Food City compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Food City most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Food City's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Food City 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 Food City inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Food City is inspected around three times per year on average.