Circle K
A°1330 W University Dr, Tempe 85281
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-02778
Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history7 on record
2026
Feb 17, 2026Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC to change from soaking the soda nozzles and gaskets for several hours at a time to soak momentarily and clean by soap, rinse, sanitize and airdry.
Inspector's notes
Observed frozen icicles on fan piping in both the freezer and the wine walk-in. Discussed with person in charge (PIC)Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Jul 17, 2025Routine1 priority3 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed proper dish washing procedure with person in charge (PIC) at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup of organic matter on soda nozzles in drink area. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Discussed cleaning frequency with the person in charge (PIC). Corrective action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Observed several spray cleaners stored on same shelf as food items and on top of a reach-in cooler at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) moved chemicals to proper storage location at time of inspection. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. Reviewed proper storage of chemicals with PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage
Inspector's notes
Observed gap under door and one of the sides of the door at the entrance of the establishment that allows visible light to pass through. Outer openings must be protected from the exterior at all times to prevent the entrance of pests. Corrective action: Repair prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed walk-in freezer with ice, and debris throughout at time of inspection. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Jan 30, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Aug 1, 2024Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice buildup in condenser of freezer and a fan non-funtioning in the unit. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
Observed missing and broken floor tiles under the soda syrup racks in the back of house. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas
Feb 5, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website:https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Garth P.
Feb 5, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Garth P.
2023
Sep 13, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreB
This establishment received a B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note:- On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website:https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Report e-mailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Garth P.
Priority Foundation-5-202.12 (A), Pf: Handwashing Sinks, Installation; Proper Temperature, Mixing Faucet. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. - Observed no cold water under pressure and very low pressure from the hot water side of the handwashing sink in the bathroom. Discussed with manager about handwashing procedures & temperature of handwashing sinks. All handwashing sinks must be maintained in good repair, have hot and cold water, and reach a temperature of 100*F. Repair prior to reinspection on 9/21. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Repeat Violation Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. - Observed buildup of organic matter on soda nozzles in drink area. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Discussed cleaning frequency with the person in charge (PIC). Repeat violation. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →