PASS Risk 1 (High)

SHARK FAST FOOD Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SHARK FAST FOOD (AKA: SHARKS FAST FOOD) 338 S CALIFORNIA AVE, CHICAGO 60612 Restaurant
August 19, 2019 Canvass License #2637010
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 19, 2019. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CONCRETE BRICKS BEING USED TO ANCHOR THE GYRO MACHINE ON TOP OF THE FLATTOP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE---------OBSERVED PLASTIC BAGS BEING USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER--------OBSERVED BLACK MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE MATERIALS.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THE FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ENCASED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK IN THE WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR INSTALLING AND SERVICING.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED HOT WATER FAUCET NOT WORKING PROPERLY AT THE UTILITY SINK IN THE WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST AND DEBRIS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, ALONG THE BASEBOARDS AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP AND DUST ON THE VENTS IN THE HOODS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP AND DUST ON THE VENTS IN THE HOODS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections