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SHARKS FISH & CHICKEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SHARKS FISH & CHICKEN 250-252 E 35TH ST, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
January 7, 2025 License License #3006706
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE TOILET ROOM CLOSEST TO THE REAR PREP AREA WITHOUT HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED ELECTRICAL INSECT CONTROL DEVICES STORED ON THE WALLS ABOVE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED OPEN BOX OF SHORTENING FILTER SHEETS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAME FROM STORING FOOD CONTACT ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM. MUST REMOVE FROM TOILET ROOM AT THIS TIME.
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 #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED OPEN BOX OF SHORTENING FILTER SHEETS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAME FROM STORING FOOD CONTACT ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM. MUST REMOVE FROM TOILET ROOM AT THIS TIME.
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.

Health Department Information

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