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SHARKS FISH & CHICKEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SHARKS FISH & CHICKEN 1734 E 71ST ST, CHICAGO 60649 Restaurant
August 26, 2024 Canvass License #2320199
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: THE OUTER FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR HAS A BROKEN DOOR SWEEP AT THE BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SWEEP SO THAT DOOR IS RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM AS REQUIRED.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE AT THE BOTTOM AREA OF THE FRYERS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREAS TO REMOVE GREASE.
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: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST ON THE FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER AND DUST ON THE CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN VARIOUS AREAS; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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 THE VENTS ABOVE THE FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS AT SCHEDULED TIME.
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 THE VENTS ABOVE THE FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS AT SCHEDULED TIME.
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