Circle K

401 S Ellsworth Rd, Mesa, AZ 85208

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Circle K has been inspected four times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Circle K's 90 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on duty during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed black organic buildup on the inside of the soda nozzles. All food contact surfaces must be kept clean to sight and touch. Please scrub nozzles and maintain clean prior to the next routine inspection

4-602.11(E)

Jul 30, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed ice build up on reach-in cooler underneath hot dog roller station. According to logs, thermostat was registering at 25*F. All food stored in reach-in cooler were still frozen after being transferred to reach-in cooler from freezer

4-501.11

Feb 27, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 10, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Observed gas canisters stored in hand washing sink in back of establishment next to three compartment sink

5-205.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed single service cups stored on floor. Please keep at least 6 inches off of floor to prevent contamination

3-305.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed disconnected pipe in handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Please reconnect and maintain in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Circle K most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Circle K have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent 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.

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