Circle K

5049 W Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85043
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Circle K, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 30, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up two times.

Circle K's latest score is in line with the Phoenix average of 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Discussed with operator ensure hot water heater at hand sink located by ovens is adequately working to maintain constant hot water 100*F at all times
5-205.15(B)
95
Jul 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 15, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employees with CFPM. Discussed with PIC that employee or manager must have CFPM during all hours of operation and during inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in front of store without hot water, water temperature 70°F. Discussed with PIC that hot water needs to be at 100°F
5-202.12(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employees with CFPM. Discussed with PIC that employee or manager must have CFPM during all hours of operation and during inspection
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Circle K?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” 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 95 out of 100, which is about the same as 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 zero 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.