Circle K

4420 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85206
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk Grade: B

Circle K appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to five violations.

Across the inspection history, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Circle K's latest score of 70 falls below the Mesa average of 95. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
Inspector notes: Observed bathroom cleaner stored directly on Arizona Iced Teas near restroom. PIC re arranged chemicals to separate area
7-201.11
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: Observed several employee personal food and beverages in upright reach-in cooler. Please designate an area for all employee items to prevent contamination
2-401.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed several dozen of eggs stored directly above jalapenos and hot dogs in plastic containers in upright reach-in cooler. Please store all raw foods below ready to eat foods to prevent contamination
3-302.11(A3-8)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed organic debris on soda nozzles at drinking fountain. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent accumulation of organic debris
4-602.11(E)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed several beverage spills in walk-in cooler. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent build up and pest activity. Clean prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
70
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels dispensing out of the hand sink located by the 3 compartment sink. PIC placed paper towels by the sink
6-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM on site. Please ensure there is at least one present during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Jan 17, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM present. Please have a CFPM present during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed multiple soda beverage nozzles with debris/microbial growth. Please clean
4-602.11(E)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Circle K?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Circle K.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Circle K most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Circle K means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.