Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2015
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Score
The health department has logged three inspections at Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken, the earliest from 2013. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 15, 2015. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Public records show no inspections at Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken since Jan 15, 2015, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 16 violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited five times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspection History
Jan 15, 2015
Complaint
16 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE SHELVES IN THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER AND FROM THE OUTER SURFACE OF THE GREASE TRAP AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER OF FOOD DEBRIS AND REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES AND CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,HAS HEAVY ACCUMLATION OF GREASE BUILUP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE UNUSED COOLERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND THE KNIFE RACK IN THE REAR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,WALK-IN FREEZER,AND IN THE PREP AREA AND REAR OF PREMISES,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL BROKEN/DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE TOILET ROOM, IN FRONT OF AND AROUND THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR AND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE SPIDER WEBS FROM THE FRONT PICK UP WINDOW.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE DAMAGED WALL/SEAL THE OPENINGS BELOW THE KNIFE RACK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE WALL NEAR BASEBOARDS IN THE WASHROOM,HAS CHIP PAINT
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNED OUT BULBS INSIDE THE VENTILATION HOOD AT STOVE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A LIGHT SHIELD TO THE LIGHT INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN COOLER.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A SPRING ON THE WASHROOM DOOR FOR SELF-CLOSING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO HANG ALL MOPS UP TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER FROM UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO MEET THE IDPH REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FOOD HANDLERS.
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Dec 10, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER OF FOOD DEBRIS AND REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES AND CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,HAS HEAVY ACCUMLATION OF GREASE BUILUP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,WALK-IN FREEZER,AND IN THE PREP AREA AND REAR OF PREMISES,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE WALL NEAR BASEBOARDS IN THE WASHROOM,HAS CHIP PAINT
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNED OUT BULBS INSIDE THE VENTILATION HOOD AT STOVE
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A SPRING ON THE WASHRO0OM DOOR FOR SELF-CLOSING
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REACH-IN COOLERS AND THE WALK-IN COOLER AND DESERT COOLER
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER FROM UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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May 8, 2013
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK-IN COOLER. REMOVE ICE BUILDUP IN DESSERT DISPLAY CASE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMOVE ICE BUILUP ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHT IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken on file is from Jan 15, 2015. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken.
Has Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken have averaged around 16 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sharks Restaurant — Sharks Fish and Chicken means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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