Circle K
A401 S Ellsworth Rd, Mesa 85208
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-65755
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
Jul 16, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted. Inspection report emailed.
Feb 24, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager (CFPM) on duty. A CFPM must be on duty 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
Inspector's notes
Observed black organic buildup on the inside of the soda nozzles. All food contact surfaces must be kept clean to sight and touch. Please scrub nozzles and maintain clean prior to the next routine inspection. 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.
2025
Jul 30, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice build up on reach-in cooler underneath hot dog roller station. According to logs, thermostat was registering at 25*F. All food stored in reach-in cooler were still frozen after being transferred to reach-in cooler from freezer.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Feb 27, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Sep 10, 2024Routine1 foundation2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed gas canisters stored in hand washing sink in back of establishment next to three compartment sink.
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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. Predefined Comment: PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Please maintain accessible at all times.
Inspector's notes
Observed single service cups stored on floor. Please keep at least 6 inches off of floor to prevent contamination.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector's notes
Observed disconnected pipe in handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Please reconnect and maintain in good repair at all times.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Mar 20, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection was emailedAward: B,Signer: Michael Trego
PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals Observed sanitizer compartment with 500 PPM of Quat sanitizer, actively being used. Sanitizer was diluted, adding more water, to bring sanitizer levels to 200PPM. Please test regularly to ensure proper levels are maintained. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Sep 11, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
This establishment is still waiting on maintenance for the open refrigeration unit. No food items were held in the case upon arrival. Instructed Operator to contact inspector once refrigeration temperatures are held at 41F or below.
Sep 1, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection was emailed**A re-inspection will occur by 9/11**PIC had an out of order sign over the hand sink by the 3 compartment sink. Another hand sink is located near the office. PIC stated they are planning to remove the hand sink. Inspector discussed hand sink distance requirements and recommended contacting permitting services prior to removing the fixture.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Signer: Christina Nielsen,Embargo Lbs: 30,Award: B
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Observed the following TCS food items in the open case cooler holding 46-50F: Bean and cheese burrito, steak with jalapeno burrito, angus bacon cheeseburger, Rip-N-Dip pepperoni, tapioca pudding, fruit parfait, sub sandwich, meat/cheese sandwiches, chicken salad and tuna salad sandwiches, wrapped cheese, hard boiled eggs. The food items had been in the unit since yesterday. PIC discarded all items. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed the open cooler used for holding sandwiches, meats, and cheeses holding an ambient air temperature of 52F, capturing using inspector's min/max thermometer. PIC discarded all items inside except for pickles. Please ensure refrigeration temperatures do not exceed 41F. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed the hand sink closest to the office to be unsealed and coming off the wall. Please re-seal. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
This address holds 2 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →