Sharks Fish & Chicken

11436 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Seafood
Last inspected: May 9, 2017
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Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Sharks Fish & Chicken stretching back to 2015. The newest entry in the record is dated May 9, 2017. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Sharks Fish & Chicken's inspection history hasn't been updated since May 9, 2017; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “premises maintained free of litter” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Sharks Fish & Chicken is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
May 9, 2017
License
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR OF INSIDE WASTE CANS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Feb 10, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS.MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Sep 9, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED TILE ALONG BASEBOARD IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Sep 2, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE, PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK MUST BE MAINTAINED AND AVAILABLE UPON INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZER TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL FRYER CABINETS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER UNDER FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND DAMAGED TILE ALONG BASEBOARD IN REAR STORAGE AREA. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS. REMOVE EXCESS DEBRIS NEAR REAR DOOR. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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May 13, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE EXCESS ICE BUILD UP HANGING FROM THE FAN COVER AND ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND FROM THE REACH IN ICE CREAM FREEZER IN THE FRONT. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO MEET THE FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.
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Jan 21, 2015
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sharks Fish & Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sharks Fish & Chicken on file is from May 9, 2017. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sharks Fish & Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sharks Fish & Chicken.

Has Sharks Fish & Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sharks Fish & Chicken have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sharks Fish & Chicken means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.