Shell

942 E Pima St Gila, Gila Bend, AZ 85337
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Shell, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Looking across the full record, “system maintained in good repair” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Among Gila Bend restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of black organic matter along the inner components of the ice machine. The establishment shall clean the interior of the ice machine at a frequency to prevent the growth of organic matter and other debris
4-602.11(E)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed missing top to the atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) backflow prevention device at the mop sink located near the ice machine. In addition, water leaked from the device when the water was turned on. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed multiple holes in the walls of the ice machine/mop sink room including outlets with missing cover plates. The establishment shall repair/fill any gaps/holes in the walls to prevent the harborage of pests
6-501.11
86
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dark organic matter on the inside of the ice machine. The organic material was not in direct contact with the ice at the time of inspection. The ice machine shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of organic material and other debris
4-602.11(E)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed missing top to the atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) backflow prevention device at the mop sink located near the ice machine. In addition, water leaked from the device when the water was turned on. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
90
Jul 2, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed missing cover for the atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) on the faucet at the mop sink. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. The establishment shall maintain the AVB in good repair with a cover on it
5-205.15(B)
Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair
Inspector notes: Observed outdoor dumpster at the rear of the building without lids. The establishment shall maintain their refuse receptacles in good repair to prevent the attraction and harborage of pests
5-501.111
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shell on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shell?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Shell.

How does Shell compare to other restaurants in Gila Bend?

Shell most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Gila Bend average of 98.

Has Shell's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shell have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shell means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Shell inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shell is inspected around three times per year on average.