Circle K
B505 W Guadalupe Rd, Tempe 85283
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-02901
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Inspection history6 on record
2026
Apr 21, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed in the hand wash sink by the register a can of beer that was leaking and ice in the basin. Also observed at the back hand wash sink by the three compartment to be blocked with several containers of cleaner and buckets. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) 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. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed hair wrapped around the hot dog roller touching a hot dog. Also observed food debris buildup at the ends of each roller. Discussed with PIC All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection. Also discussed to soap, rinse sanitize and airdry the hot dog roller as they should be cleaned frequent enough to accumulate food debris buildup. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
2025
Oct 7, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed with PIC hand wash sinks shall be maintained as accessible at all times and shall never be blocked.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee using tongs to place cooked chicken nuggets in a container, they put the tongs down and used bare hand to touch nose with thumb and pointer finger and then grab a lid to cover the food with the same fingers. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee discarded lid and immediately washed hands for less than 5 seconds. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with PIC. Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Employee properly washed hands at time of inspection and placed used paper towel on the prep table next to used and dirty gloves stored on the prep table. Discussed with employee to discard used paper towels and gloves into garbage and wash hands. Employee washed hands at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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.
May 1, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) in facility at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) a CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
2024
Sep 27, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.
Inspector's 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Mar 1, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report sent via email 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. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1,Signer: Jessica Rahm
Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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 at handwashing sink near the cash registers, with dirty cooking utensils and a leaking styrofoam cup in the basin of the handsink. 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 at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Sep 13, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerNo certified food manager present on staff at time of inspection. Notified person in charge of current requirements for certified manager and updated requirements for 2017 FDA food code. Make sure that someone present during hours of operation is a certified food protection manager.*Facility has pending remodel for front cashier area, observed hand sink in remodel area only holding 86 F. Ensure hand sink is holding a minimum of 100 F prior to final remodel inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report sent by email.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Ty H.
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 →