Circle K

5150 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Retail Food

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Circle K appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 8, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, where the average is 97, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 22, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler with minimum ambient temperature of 51-55F as measured by inspector min/max theremometer. The person in charge stated the walk-in cooler malfunctioned over night and a work order for service has been placed. TCS food items stored in the walk in cooler had internal temperatures between 49-53F

4-301.11

Apr 23, 2025

Routine

3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Discussed vomit and diarrheal event cleanup and procedures with person i charge(PIC). Person in charge did not demonstrate knowledge of clean-up procedures and could not locate or present written procedures at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC the importance of being prepared for vomit and diarrheal events in order to prevent outbreak of illness. Maricopa county vomit and diarrheal procedures provided alongside report for use by the establishment

2-501.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two handwashing sinks on the eastern wall of the building, next to the Ready to Eat (RTE) and self-serve food without disposable hand towels for drying hands. PIC was notified and paper towels were supplied at the time of the inspection

6-301.12

Toilet tissue not available in restroom (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed men's toilet stall without available toilet paper. PIC was notified and toilet paper was immediately supplied

6-302.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed open Styrofoam cup of liquid, salad, and backpack stored on top of canned beverages in the walk-in cooler. Employee claimed the items as their personal belongings and immediately moved the belongings into the designated personal item storage

2-401.11

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 27, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

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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 Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains six 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?

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.

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