Safeway

3655 W Anthem Way, Phoenix, AZ 85086
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Safeway has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 14, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“Floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Phoenix restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Concrete floor around and inside of dairy cooler is deteriorating to a rough, hard to clean surface. 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
6-201.11
95
Jan 2, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered, exposed trash cans in women's restroom stalls at the time of inspection. Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle
5-501.17
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed damaged flooring in the produce preparation area with exposed rough concrete flooring. 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
6-201.11
90
Feb 27, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 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 Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Safeway.

How does Safeway compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Safeway most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

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.

How often is Safeway inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Safeway is inspected around three times per year on average.