Safeway

926 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Bakery
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Safeway appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “fixed equipment, elevation or sealing”, showing up two times.

Safeway scores about where you'd expect for a Tempe restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed handsink near bread slicing station with damaged caulking and slight gaps behind for water entrance. Person-in-charge (PIC) states store has been going through cosmetic renovations and and new tiling was installed in bakery department. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. PIC states the handsink will be recaulked
4-402.11
95
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing
Inspector notes: Observed gaps in between the laminate countertops in bakery. Establishment must seal all gaps and cracks of fixed equipment and surfaces
4-402.12
Precleaning
Inspector notes: Observed a buildup of black cooked on grime on bread baking sheets in the bakery. Discussed either soaking/deep cleaning or replacing the baking sheets. Baked on grime may prohibit effective cleaning of these surfaces with detergent
4-603.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a slow leak from the dish machine. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
86
Sep 6, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing
Inspector notes: Observed gaps in between the laminate countertops in bakery. Establishment must seal all gaps and cracks of fixed equipment and surfaces
4-402.12
Precleaning
Inspector notes: Observed a buildup of black cooked on grime on bread baking sheets in the bakery. Discussed either soaking/deep cleaning or replacing the baking sheets. Baked on grime may prohibit effective cleaning of these surfaces with detergent
4-603.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Hand sink in bakery cannot be completely turned off leading to slow leak from faucet. Establishment must repair faucet so it can be completely turned off. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Safeway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Safeway on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Safeway?

Across the inspection record, “fixed equipment, elevation or sealing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Safeway.

How does Safeway compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

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