Circle K

3149 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Circle K has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

“Cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 21, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed the display cooler located near the front of the store having an ambient temperature of 64*F. Also observed the main walk in cooler having an ambient temperature of 55*F. Both units had TCS foods stored in them. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Reinspection will occur within 10 days
4-301.11
90
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed reach in grab and go cooler in the front of store temping at 58*F using a max min thermometer. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. PIC put in service request at time of inspection. Re-inspection will occur within 10 days
4-301.11
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Circle K?

Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” 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?

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.