Safeway

4747 E Elliot Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Safeway, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly two violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, where the average is 97, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 18, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 13, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee wash bowls used for cooked chicken and sauces in the three compartment sink. Employee washed, rinsed, stored as clean and did not sanitize. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized at time of inspection

4-702.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chicken tenders in the hot holding deli case with internal temperatures of 114*F to 119*F. Per person in charge (PIC) the chicken tenders were cooked to 188*F 1.5 hours prior to inspection. Discussed with PIC except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the hand washing sink entering the deli leaks from the knee pedal when in use. Discussed with PIC to fix/repair/replace the cause the of leak. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

May 23, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the hand washing sink entering the deli leaks from the knee pedal when in use. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) to fix/repair/replace the cause the of leak. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

Ventilation Hood Systems, Drip Prevention

Inspector notes: Observed separated/missing caulking and existing caulking hanging from the ventilation system above the fryers in the prep area of the deli. Discussed with PIC all fixed parts of the ventilation system shall be sealed with high temperature caulking to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface to prevent accumulation of grease and drippage over food contact surfaces

4-204.11

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater

Inspector notes: Observed on the top shelf under the fans in the deli walk-in freezer with icicles and buildup of a frozen liquid. Discussed with PIC to have unit fixed/replaced/ repaired. Equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-403.12

Oct 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two pans of cooked chicken tenders with an internal temperature of 122*F to 129*F held in the hot holding unit of the deli. Per Person in Charge (PIC) the tenders have been hot holding for less than an hour prior to reinspection. Discussed with PIC all TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above

3-501.16(A)(1)

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed all three hand sinks in the deli to either have missing caulking or have separated caulking or organic matter on the existing caulking. Discussed with 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

Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater

Inspector notes: Observed on the top shelf under the fans in the deli walk-in freezer lined with cardboard boxes and a frozen liquid collecting on top. Also observed the liquid to collect in the form of ice around outside of the freezer unit door. Discussed with PIC to have unit fixed/replaced/ repaired. Equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-403.12

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 five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” 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?

Yes. Recent inspections at Safeway have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the 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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