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Circle K

620 E Carefree Hwy, Phoenix 85085

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-08420

Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

97
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 3, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 9, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 22, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 31, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 12, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 8, 2026 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)95
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Apr 8, 2026Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed the hot grab and go case not holding temperature above 135F for various TCS items like chicken and corn dogs; however, all foods in the case were within 3 hour discard time stamp. Recommend repairing the warming unit.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

At the front service handwashing sink, observed 5 cloth towels in the sink, and tongs on the front edge of the sink. Maintain the sink clear and available for immediate handwashing. Inspector relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

2025

Jun 12, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB

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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed handwash sink in the back of the store with garbage inside and a mop device obstructing it. Handwash sinks should be kept unobstructed and available for employees to wash hands. 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.

Mar 31, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

2024

Aug 22, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Feb 9, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection 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.Award: A,Signer: Kellie B

2023

Aug 3, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection Report emailed and confirmed received. 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-181or call 602-506-6824Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Brian V.

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

Repeat Violation ? Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions >>> In dry storage area, underneath soda boxes, observed an accumulation of residue and debris such as plastic caps, cardboard and soda syrup. Facility shall be cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of debris and soil. Discussed cleaning frequency with Person in Charge. Please clean and maintain clean. 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 →