Circle K

537 S Watson Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Circle K appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 23, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around two violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

That's lower than the typical Buckeye restaurant, which scores around 98. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food manager on site at time of inspection. 2 food manager certificates on file but were not present during inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed pink organic matter on the inside of the ice chutes at the soda machines. Spoke with PIC and they will be cleaned. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of soil/build up. Ensure it is cleaned by the next routine inspection
4-602.11(E)
90
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Buckeye?

Circle K most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Buckeye average of 98.

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Circle K have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Circle K 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 Circle K inspected?

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