Circle K

620 E Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85085
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Circle K has been inspected four times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 8, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Across the inspection history, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the front service handwashing sink, observed 5 cloth towels in the sink, and tongs on the front edge of the sink. Maintain the sink clear and available for immediate handwashing. Inspector relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection
5-205.11
90
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink in the back of the store with garbage inside and a mop device obstructing it. Handwash sinks should be kept unobstructed and available for employees to wash hands. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection
5-205.11
90
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 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 Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Circle K?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” 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 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.

How often is Circle K inspected?

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