ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Sharks Fish And Chicken last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 25, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Dec 23, 2025 to Jun 25, 2026.
Has Sharks Fish And Chicken ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 23, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Complaint
Jun 25, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME ON SMALL DELI COOLER IN FRONT NEXT TO COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ALL DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS WITH BUILD UP OF FOOD GRIME ON EXTERIORS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED TRASH ON GROUND IN EXTERIOR AREA PARKING LOT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
OBSERVED ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION TO BE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN UPDATED TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED LOOSE GASKET ON CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED PANS TOO LARGE TO SUBMERGE INSIDE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE LARGE PANS OR PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT ON GROUND NEAR DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
OBSERVED DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON WALLS AND FLOORS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOLYEES HANDLING FOOD AND EQUIPMENT MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.