Food City
A+Cutting Edge845 W Southern Ave, Phoenix 85041
Food Establishment - Retail Food · Permit FD-85077
Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
Aug 4, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
AH (Advisory)
Apr 9, 2026Routine1 coreA+
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed plastic curtain in walk-in coolers, freezers and walk-through are missing or torn. Discussed with PIC that required for physical facility to be in good repair.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2025
Jul 28, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Advisory. On-site courtesy advisory visit to review and discuss proposed project. Met with Raley's/Basha Corp. representatives. No legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 8, 2025Routine2 coreA+
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup of dirt debris on dairy walk-in cooler doors. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces required to be cleaned more frequently.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed plastic curtain in walk-in coolers, freezers and walk-through are missing or torn. Discussed with PIC that required for physical facility to be in good repair.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Mar 21, 2025Routine2 coreA+
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed walk-in grocery freezer with buildup of ice on fans and 2 fans not functioning, as well as buildup of ice on floor. Discussed with PIC that all equipment must be in good repair and functioning properly.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed walls and doors toward back of the store, near restrooms with dirt build up and paint peeling. Discussed with PIC that walls need to be in good repair. smooth and cleanable.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2024
Sep 24, 2024RoutinecleanA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an "A+" grade.
Jun 5, 2024Routine1 coreA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.This establishment received a(n) A+ Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Veronica R.
Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed ---Observed vinyl cove base missing and peeling off under 3-compartment sink in prep area near produce walk-in cooler. Discussed with PIC to ensure facilities are maintained, PIC put in work order to have fixed/replaced. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Oct 5, 2023Routine1 coreA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.This establishment received an A+ Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation and 2 Core violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerAt least one person on duty at all times is required to be present with a food manager certification. Obtain food manager certification by next routine inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: maintenance refrigeration units, dented cansNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Veronica Rovie
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Salad and fruit open refrigeration cases in produce with a high defrost temperatures of 50-52*F. When defrost cycle is complete, units hold an ambient temperature of 41*F or below. All equipment should be in good condition and operating properly. Person in charge placed a work order. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
This address holds 5 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
- 99Food Establishment - BakeryA+Permit FD-85075 · last inspected Apr 9, 2026
- 100Food Establishment - Eating & DrinkingA+Permit FD-85078 · last inspected Aug 5, 2026
- 100Food Establishment - Eating & DrinkingAPermit FD2601015 · last inspected Mar 6, 2026
- 99Food Establishment - Meat MarketA+Permit FD-85076 · last inspected Aug 5, 2026
Nearby restaurants
Other places to eat within a short walk, with their current scores.
- 100Food City #162A845 W Southern Ave · 0 m away
- 98Taco BellA725 W Southern Ave · 90 m away
- 100Panda ExpressA935 W Southern Ave · 90 m away
- 96Black Rock Coffee BarA°6016 S 7th Ave · 100 m away
- 100Keickhefer Boys ClubA548 W Southern Ave · 400 m away
- 100Sunland SchoolA+5401 S 7th Ave · 730 m away
- 94Salsitas Mexican FoodA36 W Southern Ave · 880 m away
- 97La OlmecaA6066 S Central Ave · 940 m away
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →