Safeway

4747 E Elliot Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Retail Food

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Safeway appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. On Feb 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

“Fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 18, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 22, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Food package damaged or integrity compromised (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed assortment of canned goods in the canned food isle and the clearance rack with deep dents along the top, bottom and side seal: mushrooms, soups, green beans, peppers, beef broth and chicken broth. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) swollen, rusted and cans dented on any of the 3 can seams (top, bottom, side) or deep, sharp dents should be considered unsafe. PIC separated the damaged cans. A designated area will be used to store damaged cans until removal from the establishment. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection

3-202.15

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed a black dark organic matter along the caulking behind the faucet at the three compartment sink in the produce prep kitchen. Discussed with PIC to replace/repair the caulking to create a smooth and cleanable surface to prevent the accumulation of contaminants

4-402.11

Oct 1, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Food package damaged or integrity compromised (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed assortment of canned goods with deep dents along the top, bottom and side seal in isle 16: soup, beans, tomato and carrots. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) swollen, rusted and cans dented on any of the 3 can seams (top, bottom, side) or deep, sharp dents should be considered unsafe. PIC separated the damaged cans. A designated area will be used to store damaged cans until removal from the establishment. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection

3-202.15

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed at hand sinks in the fruit prep area to either have missing caulking or have separated caulking or organic matter on the existing caulking. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) that fixed equipment shall be sealed to create a smooth, cleanable, non-absorbent surface if the equipment is not easily moveable to clean properly

4-402.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Safeway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Safeway on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” 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 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Safeway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Safeway have averaged around zero 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.

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