Safeway

5137 E Baseline Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Safeway, the earliest from 2024. Safeway was last inspected on Feb 10, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around three violations per visit lately, up from roughly zero violations before.

“Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Gilbert restaurants (averaging 96), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken tenders, chicken wings, mac and cheese, and fried chicken holding 109-124F in the hot holding display case. Staff reheated the food items. It was determined that the temperature of the unit had been set too low. PIC raised the temperature to allow for proper hot holding
3-501.16(A)(1)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple lunch meats that were opened and had a discard date of 2/9 that were kept for more than 7 days. PIC discarded the items
3-501.18
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rotisserie chicken holding 100F or greater and placed in bags that were sealed, and in the process of cooling. Discussed cooling TCS food items like whole rotisserie chicken to 41F before placing them in bags, to allow for better air flow and to ensure proper cooling is achieved within 6 hours. PIC had staff place the chicken on a speed rack to cool
3-501.15(A)
67
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed deli turkey with a discard date of 5/25/25, exceeding 7 days. Open, ready-to-eat TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods must be date marked and discarded after 7 days to prevent pathogen growth and foodborne illness. Turkey was discarded at time of inspection
3-501.18
86
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Safeway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Safeway on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Safeway.

How does Safeway compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Safeway most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Safeway's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Safeway have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Safeway means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.