Circle K

1900 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Circle K has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Mar 10, 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.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to three violations.

Circle K's latest score of 86 falls below the Tempe average of 95. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed the small prep freezer near the 3-compartment sink has a leak and is accumulating ice build-up. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times
4-501.11
Precleaning
Inspector notes: Observed date-marking stickers still present on containers stored as clean near the 3-compartment sink. Please ensure date-marking stickers are removed prior to washing, rinsing, and sanitizing
4-603.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build-up occurring in the drain underneath the 3-compartment sink. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris
6-501.12
86
Aug 15, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed ice chute in 3 of the soda fountain dispensers all having an accumulation of faint organic matter. PIC observed and confirmed presence of faint organic matter in the ice chutes. Advised PIC to implement plans to frequently clean ice chutes on a schedule. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
95
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 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 Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Circle K compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Circle K most recently scored 86 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 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.

How often is Circle K inspected?

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