Circle K

39414 N Daisy Mountain Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85086

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Circle K has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 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 found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about two violations before that.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting Circle K on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 24, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee previously working the cash register dawn gloves without washing hands and begin unwrapping a premade pizza. Employee was instructed to take off gloves, properly wash hands and dawn new gloves before handling food items. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection

2-301.14

Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer concentrations above 400ppm at the time of inspection in two sanitizer cloth buckets. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels between 150ppm-400ppm at time of inspection

7-204.11

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no soap dispenser or soap at handwashing sink by the self-serve coffee area. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. PIC stated a work order is in for a new soap dispenser

6-301.11

Mar 18, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed build-up of debris/organic matter in the main drain within the storage room behind the soda machines. PIC was informed that all plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed a buildup of dirt and debris on the ceiling and the backing/top of the soda machines inside of the storage room near the restroom. The PIC was informed that the physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris

6-501.12

Aug 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

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.

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