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SHARK FISH AND CHICKEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SHARK FISH AND CHICKEN 8255 S KEDZIE AVE, CHICAGO 60652 Restaurant
May 13, 2022 Complaint License #2781414
8
Total Violations
2
Major
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #35
MINOR
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: FROZEN FISH BEING THAWED ON PREP TABLE IN REAR. INSTD TO THAW PROPERLY (IE COLD RUNNING WATER, OR UNDER REFRIGERATION)
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MISSING COMMON NAME ON DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: MISSING SPLASHGUARD INBETWEEN HANDWASH SINK AND PREP TABLE IN REAR. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #43
MINOR
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: STYROFOAM CUPS STORED IN DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTD TO USE PROPER DISPENSING UTENSILS AND STORE WITH HANDLE ABOVE PRODUCT OR OUT OF CONTAINER IN A PROTECTED MANNER.
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: LEAK UNDER FRYERS CAUSING GREASE ACCUMULATION ON FLOOR. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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: EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, BREADING AT INTERIOR GASKETS OF PREP COOLER. EXTERIOR OF SOAP DISPENSERS AND FAUCET HANDLES AT HANDWASH SINK WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO 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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH COOKING LINE, RAGS BEING USED TO CONTAIN GREASE FROM LEAKING FRYER. INSTD TO REMOVE RAGS, REPAIR FLOOR AND MAINTAIN, SO AS TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH COOKING LINE, RAGS BEING USED TO CONTAIN GREASE FROM LEAKING FRYER. INSTD TO REMOVE RAGS, REPAIR FLOOR AND MAINTAIN, SO AS TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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