Safeway

13733 N Fountain Hills Blvd Fountain, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Safeway, the earliest from 2024. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited two times.

Safeway's latest score of 95 sits above the Fountain Hills average of 92. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Warewashing Equipment, Clean Solutions (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In produce room, dishware in sanitizer solution with food debris. Instructed employee to drain and clean sink basin, then re-wash, rinse, and sanitize dishware. The wash, rinse, and SANITIZE solutions shall be maintained clean
4-501.18
95
Aug 11, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: In walk-in cooler near the salad prep room, observed cut watermelon/50-55F in covered clamshell containers. Remove or lightly cover TCS foods that are cooling. Reviewed with the person-in-charge
3-501.15(B)
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality
Inspector notes: Inoperable thermometer at walk-in cooler adjacent to salad prep room. Replace/repair the thermometer as needed
4-204.112(A-D)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Safeway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Safeway on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Safeway.

How does Safeway compare to other restaurants in Fountain Hills?

Safeway most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fountain Hills average of 92.

Has Safeway's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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