Circle K

5850 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85035
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Circle K has four inspections in the public record. On Jan 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Circle K's latest score is in line with the Phoenix average of 97. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed a thick accumulation of organic matter and debris in the floor drain at the soda fountain dispenser. Discussed with person in charge to clean the floor drain on a more frequent basis to prevent the accumulation of organic matter and other soils in the floor drain. Person in charge will have the floor drain cleaned. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
95
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
95
Feb 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 8, 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 Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Circle K?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” 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 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.