Shell

12170 N El Mirage Rd El, El Mirage, AZ 85335
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Shell, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “system maintained in good repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for El Mirage restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed an AVB with a missing cap connected to a mop faucet. Educated PIC on the importance of an AVB in maintaining backflow protection. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed excessive syrup sludge accumulation in floor drain from soda fountain outflow pipes. Educated PIC that the sugar syrup can result in pest attraction and can clog pipes. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
90
Feb 27, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed AVB with missing top cover. Educated PIC on why cover was important in maintaining pressure within the AVB system. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shell on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shell?

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

How does Shell compare to other restaurants in El Mirage?

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

Has Shell's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shell have averaged around zero violations 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 two times per year on average.