Shell

4005 E Southern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Public records show four inspections at Shell stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 20, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Shell on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no written procedures or bodily fluids clean-up kit. Advised PIC to obtain bleach and written procedures for cleaning up of vomit and diarrheal events. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times
2-501.11
90
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed dark brown organic matter on the iced tea fountain dispenser nozzle. Informed PIC that this piece of equipment needs to be cleaned at a frequency which precludes the accumulation of organic matter growth and must be kept clean to sight and touch. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
95
Aug 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shell on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Shell compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Shell most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

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 two times per year on average.