Circle K

1435 W Baseline Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Inspectors have visited Circle K four times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Compared to other Tempe restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 16, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hash browns in hot holding unit to be 125°F. Employee stated that they were put out 1 hour ago. Informed PIC that except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above while hot held. PIC voluntarily discarded the hashbrowns. The hash browns were within proper time frames to be re-heated and hot held. Discussed hot holding and re-heating temperatures

3-501.16(A)(1)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed tea dispensing nozzles with organic matter build up. Per PIC, nozzles are cleaned once every 24hrs. Advised PIC all food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Please clean nozzles once every 24hrs

4-602.11(E)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed crumbs and grease in the microwave underneath hot holding unit. Instructed PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues (microwave must be cleaned once every 24 hours)

4-602.13

Jul 11, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Insufficient number of handwashing sinks (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available at the backroom hand sink. Informed PIC that all hand washing sinks need to be supplied with hot water of at least 100*F. PIC input a work order and the sink was supplied with hot water of at least 100*F 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

5-203.11

Aug 20, 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 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Circle K most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

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 one 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.

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