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Circle K

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12201 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix 85022

Food Establishment - Retail Food · Permit FD-02873

Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

100
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 14, 2023 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Apr 19, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 22, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 19, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 19, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 1, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Jul 1, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at the time of inspection.

Feb 19, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Jun 19, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 22, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Aug 16, 2024RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Apr 19, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report sent via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Mary Z.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed a large spill of food residue underneath the BIBs in the back area of the kitchen near the backstock. The establishment must clean as frequently as necessary in order to prevent a buildup of food residue. The PIC mopped and cleaned the back area. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Sep 14, 2023Routine3 coreA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed cleaning frequency, equipment management, current remodel. Inspection report sent via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Mary Ann Z.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Observed the reach in door storing energy drinks and coffee not closing fully on its own. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Observed a large build up of ice on the floor and around the piping of the unit in the walk-in freezer. All plumbing must be kept in proper maintenance in order to prevent any further plumbing issues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed a buildup of food residue under the food service shelves inside of the walk-in as well as a large build up of organic matter in the back drain near the fridge and BIBs. Physical facility must be cleaned as frequently as necessary to prevent any potential harborage of pests. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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 →