Circle K

6649 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Circle K four times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 10, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around two violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket with sanitizer concentration that was testing above the 150-400 parts per million level according to the testing strips. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge to use their test strips to check the sanitizer concentration on a regular basis
7-204.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed organic matter buildup on the inside of one of the soda fountain nozzles. Discussed with person in charge to clean the soda fountain nozzles on a more regular basis. Person in charge removed the soda fountain nozzle in question to be washed, rinsed and sanitized at time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
82
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 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 10, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Circle K most recently scored 82 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 two 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.