Safeway

6501 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Safeway has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 25, 2026. 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.

Across the inspection history, “system maintained in good repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Scottsdale restaurants. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Drain grate in the middle of produce prep room found with heavy accumulation of food debris that is not allowing water to properly drain after washing down floors
5-205.15(B)
95
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Live animals present in food establishment (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection observed a small dog sitting on a pet bed in a shopping cart at the checkout line. Discussed establishment’s policy regarding service animals. According to the person in charge animals are not to be placed in the store's shopping carts. Person in charge was not sure if the customer was asked questions to determine if the animal is a service animal. Customer left the store on their own. Provided ADA guidance document electronically. Discontinue allowing animals in the food establishment without ensuring they are service animals
6-501.115
90
Apr 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 24, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: At the mop sink faucet near the dairy cooler observed the cover of the atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) in disrepair
5-205.15(B)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Safeway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Safeway on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Safeway.

How does Safeway compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

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

How often is Safeway inspected?

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