What is Shell Subway's health inspection score?

Shell Subway has a SafeDine safety score of 87 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Shell Subway last inspected?

Shell Subway was last inspected on May 20, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Shell Subway have?

Shell Subway has 17 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Shell Subway safe to eat at?

Yes, Shell Subway has an excellent safety record with a score of 87/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Shell Subway serve?

Shell Subway serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Shell Subway

Name: Shell Subway
Address: 3700 W ADDISON ST, Chicago, 60618
Rating: 87

3700 W ADDISON ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 5/20/2026

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0Excellent

American•North Center

Ranked #159 of 559 in North CenterBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: May 20, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

2.8

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-12

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-11 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+1 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 88/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (87/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2022

1 inspections

4 basic

Sep

Sep 2023

1 inspections

2 intermediate

2 basic

Dec 2024

1 inspections

1 basic

Dec

Sep 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

3 intermediate

Mar

May 2026

1 inspections

2 intermediate

Inspection History

6 records on file

1 Complaint5 Canvass

May 26

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

2 Med

2 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−5
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−5

Base deductions−10 pts

Mar 26

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Med

3 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−5
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−5

Base deductions−15 pts

Sep 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5
OBSERVED FROZEN SOUP AND DELI MEAT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AT THE REAR FOOD PREPARATION COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOOD ITEMS USING APPROVED THAWING METHODS SUCH AS UNDER REFRIGERATION OR UNDER RUNNING WATER AT 70.0F OR BELOW AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CABINET DOOR BENEATH HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, DETACHED FROM HINGES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE HANDWASHING SINK CABINET DOOR AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE MISSING ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE(S) AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE WITH ADDITIONAL ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−9 pts

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED BROKEN COVER ON TRASH CAN IN PUBLIC RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.

Base deductions−2 pts

Sep 23

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Med2 Basic

4 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING PROCEDURE OF FROZEN COOKED CHICKEN BREAST. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, THAWING MUST OCCUR UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS THE FOOD TEMPERATURE AT 41.0F OR LESS OR COMPLETELY SUBMERGED UNDER RUNNING WATER OR THAWED IN A MICROWAVE OVEN AND IMMEDIATELY TRANSFERRED TO CONVENTIONAL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH NO INTERRUPTION IN THE PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN CORRECT THAWING PROCEDURES.
36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
SOME COOLERS MISSING CONSPICUOUSLY PLACED THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION (UNDERNEATH CONDENSER FAN) INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS BEHIND GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

Base deductions−14 pts

Sep 22

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE ENCLOSURE UNDER AND AROUND GARBAGE DUMPSTERS WITH SOME LITTER DEBRIS ON GROUND.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAIN WITH SPILLED DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON THE PREMISES.ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−8 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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