Circle K

3435 W Deer Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Circle K, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 7, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Circle K trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified Food Manager was present at the time of inspection. In Compliance with the Food Code, Maricopa County requires a Food Manager present during operating hours. Emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources on where to acquire a Food Manager Certification
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a sizable leak with water pooling on the floor in the front of the soda machines and behind the wall near underneath the boxes of soda concentrate. The manager had already placed in a work order for the leak and the technician was onsite. The technician confirmed the leak was due to a clog inside of the two self-service soda machines. EHS requested the soda machines be turned off, until fixed, to limit the water pooling onto the floor. Discussed the importance of keeping equipment in good repair and in keeping the floors dry
5-205.15(B)
90
Nov 10, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed small counter height refrigerator next to ovens with an ambient temperature of 48.7*F. Equipment must be maintained to keep food items at or below 41*F. Manger added work order for repair. A reinspection will be completed on 11/10/2025 to verify repair and that food is help at 41*F or lower
4-301.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed unclean fountain nozzles and ice dispenser shoots at soda fountain. Surfaces are to be cleaned at regular intervals to prevent build up of old food and other debris
4-602.11(E)
86
May 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 6, 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 Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Circle K most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower 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 two 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.