Circle K

3618 W Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Circle K appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Circle K's 90 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Center area of front display refrigeration unit is not working. Front area of unit was observed empty with out of service sticker in display. Per operator, repairs or new unit replacement is underway. Discussed with operator to ensure refrigeration cold holding of TCS foods at 41*F or below prior to use

4-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Discussed with operator detail cleaning of rear dry storage area specifically under soda boxes and floor sinks. Ensure to maintain as necessary

6-501.12

Mar 26, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Ambient temperature 52*F for front display refrigeration unit. Discussed with operator ensure 41*F is verified prior to use of cold holding TCS food items. A re-inspection will be conducted on 04/6/26 to verify cold holding temperatures for 41*F or below

4-301.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Discussed with operator detail cleaning of rear dry storage area specifically under soda boxes and floor sinks. Ensure to maintain as necessary

6-501.12

Jul 22, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 31, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed open packages of hot dogs with no date mark on them. person in charge states that dogs were opened a couple days ago

3-501.18

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Circle K?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Circle K.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Circle K most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Circle K have averaged around two violations 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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