Circle K

7440 S 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Circle K has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 3, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around three violations each, up from closer to zero violations before.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Circle K's 86 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations, every shift and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures
Inspector notes: Observed trash/litter throughout front of store parking lot, gas station area and dumpster area. Discussed with PIC that garbage (trash/litter) and refuse area need to be cleaned frequently to prevent accumulation of trash and litter. Predefined Comments: Physical facility, garbage/refuse areas and enclosure shall be maintained free of trash and litter
5-501.115
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Observed lemonade machine and Rica Jamaica machine not operating and being stored next to beverage machines in front of store. Discussed with PIC that equipment not in use, not operational and not being used for maintenance required to be removed. Predefined Comments: Removal of litter, articles and equipment that are not needed for the operation or maintenance of the establishment is required
6-501.114
86
Jun 18, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 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 Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Circle K most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Circle K have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero 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.

How often is Circle K inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Circle K is inspected around two times per year on average.