HARLEM SHARK BAR
Current Score
49 / 100
Poor
As of Jan 28, 2026
Inspection History (2)
January 28, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
49
Poor Violations (12)
- Not Critical Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- Critical Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Not Critical Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Critical Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- Not Critical Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Critical No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Critical Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- Critical Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Not Critical Thawing procedure improper.
- Critical Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Not Applicable Flavored tobacco products sold, offered for sale
- Not Critical Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
January 7, 2026
Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
N/A
N/A Violations (4)
- Not Critical Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- Critical Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- Not Critical Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- Critical No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HARLEM SHARK BAR clean?
HARLEM SHARK BAR has a health inspection score of 49 out of 100, which is considered poor. The restaurant is located at 341 MALCOLM X BOULEVARD in the Manhattan neighborhood of San Francisco.
When was HARLEM SHARK BAR last inspected?
HARLEM SHARK BAR was last inspected on Jan 28, 2026. The restaurant has been inspected 2 times total.
What do health inspection scores mean?
Health inspection scores range from 0-100. Scores of 90-100 are excellent, 70-89 are good, and below 70 need improvement. Inspectors check for food safety violations including proper food storage, cleanliness, and temperature control.