Safeway

5035 W Baseline Rd, Laveen, AZ 85339

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Retail Food

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Safeway has been inspected five times since 2024. On Mar 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Safeway scores about where you'd expect for a Laveen restaurant. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of dirt on public restroom doors and produce swing doors to walk-in cooler. Discussed with PIC that physical facility requires to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, food, dirt and dust debris

6-501.12

Oct 22, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

Inspector notes: Observed hot water reading 81F at handwash sink in employee restroom at back storeroom. Discussed with PIC that required to supply hot water at 100F at all handwash sinks

5-202.12(A)

Apr 28, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed mop sink drain backed up with water. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing must be in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed ice buildup in Deli Walk-in Freezer, on fans and on floor, torn plastic curtains in Deli Walk-in Cooler, Dept. Walk-in Freezer and Produce Room. Discussed with PIC that all equipment needs to be in good repair

6-501.11

Sep 26, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed vinyl cove base peeling off under 3-compartment sink in produce prep area. Also observed drain pipe at 3- 3-compartment sink sitting below flood rim. Discussed with PIC to ensure facilities are maintained, PIC put in work order to have fixed/replaced. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-201.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Safeway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Safeway on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Safeway compare to other restaurants in Laveen?

Safeway most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Laveen average of 95.

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.

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