Circle K

3410 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Circle K, the earliest from 2024. On Mar 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly two violations before.

Compared to the broader Scottsdale restaurant scene, where the average is 95, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large container of windshield washer fluid stored on the retail food storage rack near the 3-comp sink. The washer fluid was directly above packaged food for retail. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection
7-201.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provision in the employee restroom near the employee lockers. Person in Charge (PIC) provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing
6-301.12
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Observed dairy cream dispensers not cut at a diagonal near the coffee station. Advised person in charge (PIC) to cut dispensing tubes at an angle. All milk dispensing tubes should be cut on the diagonal leaving no more than one inch protruding from the chilled dispenser head
4-502.13(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed hose connected to the water supply laying in mop sink. Advised person in charge (PIC) on proper backflow prevention measures. An air gap should be provided above floor sinks connected to drainage lines
5-205.15(B)
70
Feb 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 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 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Circle K most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Circle K have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two 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 three times per year on average.