Circle K

505 W Guadalupe Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Circle K has been inspected four times since 2024. On Apr 21, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Circle K's latest score of 100 sits above the Tempe average of 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed frozen icicles on a pipe in the freezer and observed the icicles had leaked onto 3 bags of ice. Embargoed the bags of ice and PIC discarded at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC to fix/repair/replace cause of leak in the unit and to not store food under piping until fixed
5-403.12
95
May 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 27, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed at handwashing sink near the cash registers, with dirty cooking utensils and a leaking drink and bagged food cup in the basin of the hand sink. Also observed at the hand wash sink in the back near the three compartment sink blocked by soda bibs and a garbage can. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) the handwash sink shall be used only for handwashing and maintained as accessible at all times. PIC emptied the basin of the front sink and cleared away the obstructions at the sink in the back at the time of inspection
5-205.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed in each basin and drain of the three compartment sink with rust and in some areas dark black buildup accumulated on other the rusty areas. Discussed with PIC to repair/fix/replace to create a smooth cleanable surface. Also observed the ice cream freezer to have signs posted saying product not for sale. Per PIC the unit was registering at 40*F 1 hour prior to inspection. Employees were relocating product to adequate freezers at time of inspection. Per PIC maintenance was to arrive same day. Discussed with PIC physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Circle K on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

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

Has Circle K's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Circle K have averaged around zero 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.

How often is Circle K inspected?

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