Food City

5114 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85035
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Meat Market
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Food City stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Food City's latest score is in line with the Phoenix average of 97. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed some organic matter on the inside of the ice machine. Discussed with person in charge to clean the ice machine more frequently to prevent the accumulation of organic matter inside the ice machine. The person in charge will have the ice machine cleaned. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
95
Oct 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 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 Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains six 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 zero violations 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.