Circle K

3930 E Southern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Circle K three times, with records going back to 2024. Circle K was last inspected on Sep 19, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Equipment food - contact surfaces and utensils-frequency” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Circle K is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 21, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build up of organic matter on soda nozzles near server station. PIC cleaned nozzles at the time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency with the PIC. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
Prohibitions; Single-Use/Single-Service Items (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single-use articles such as paper towels being stored in the restroom above a storage cabinet. Discussed proper storage procedures for single-use articles with PIC. Single-use articles must not be stored inside any restroom to prevent contamination. PIC relocated paper towels to suitable storage area at time of inspection
4-903.12
90
Jul 30, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build-up of organic matter on soda nozzles near server station. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency with the PIC. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter
4-602.11(E)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed floor sink (connected to 3-compartment sink & hand-sink) to be overflowing during routine emptying of the 3-compartment sink. Per PIC, the floor sink floods over into the surrounding area about once a day. Discussed that floor sinks must be maintained such that maximum water flow is properly conveyed to sewage. Splashing must be minimized, and all waste must be properly discharged. PIC cleared the water discharge from the area and sanitized the floor at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Sep 19, 2025. 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 Phoenix?

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

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Circle K have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two 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.