Safeway

3622 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85206
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Safeway six times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 12, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “characteristics- multiuse”, showing up three times.

The city-wide average for Mesa sits at 95, putting Safeway on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the deli hot case, observed fried chicken and glazed chicken pans at 107-119 deg f . showed deli staff. facility manager on duty. removed. discarded. see embargo. please ensure rte/tcs food is kept at 135 deg f or higher. manager provided a coaching to deli staff
3-501.16(A)(1)
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap dispenser at the fryer station hand washing basin was empty, no soap. manager was informed. soap dispenser was refilled
6-301.11
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
Inspector notes: Observed at the deli hot case, the door attached to the left case, kept in place with duct tape. noted duct tape peeling . please replace or repair the hot case doors to smooth, easily cleanable condition
4-101.11(B-E)
74
Feb 20, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
Inspector notes: Deli hot case glass door in disrepair, facility has applied duct tape to keep the door handle lip to glass, duct tape was sticky and peeling separating from the handle. please repair the hot case door. showed manager
4-101.11(B-E)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: At the deli hand washing basin, sink has separated from the aback FRP paneling please reattach, and seal the penetration gap at the junction . showed manager
6-201.13
90
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a deli staff returning from outside the department, going to the food prep. area, touching nose, and placing hands back in pants pockets, returning to deli service placing food handler gloves and serving food. discussed with manager on duty regarding the proper handwashing strategies. manager providing a coaching moment to staff. please continue to monitor
2-301.14
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: At the deli main hand washing station in the food prep. room, noted paper towel dispenser not available. informed manager. a work order placed re-inspection scheduled. 10 days 2-16-2025. please ensure a proper paper towel dispenser is properly installed
6-301.12
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
Inspector notes: Deli hot case glass door in disrepair, facility has applied duct tape to keep the door handle lip to glass, duct tape was sticky and peeling separating from the handle. please repair the hot case door. showed manager
4-101.11(B-E)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: At the deli hand washing basin, sink has separated from the aback FRP paneling please reattach, and seal the penetration gap at the junction . showed manager
6-201.13
70
Aug 5, 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 Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “characteristics- multiuse” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Safeway.

How does Safeway compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has Safeway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Safeway have averaged around two violations 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.