Pass

Sharks Fish and Chicken

6046 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60636

Restaurant ZIP 60636 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of Jun 25, 2026

Sharks Fish and Chicken was last inspected on June 25, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

June 25, 2026 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general1 paperwork
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 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.

    Official wording (code 49)

    Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed trash on ground in exterior area parking lot. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain area.

    Official wording (code 54)

    Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Required allergen training was missing.

    Inspector’s note: 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.

    Official wording (code 58)

    Allergen training as required

Inspection history

2 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    License · Pass

    8 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted on prep table. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed loose gasket on chest freezer. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: 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.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive debris and unused equipment on ground near dumpster. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no waste receptacle at hand washing sink in prep area. Instructed manager to provide waste receptacle in all areas waste is commonly discarded.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop not properly stored in mop pail. Instructed manager to properly hang mop to dry to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris and spills on walls and floors in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training for employees. All emplolyees handling food and equipment must provide food handler training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.