White Castle, South Harlem Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL, USA

Report date: Dec 6, 2023
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: noted heavy and thick grease accumulation inside the electrical unit of deep fryers. Also noted food particles and food debris inside service cooler. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained &... See More clean
- comments: instructed to detail clean and maintain all floor drains throughout premises.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: heavy dirt and grease accumulation inside, on pipes/conduits, and edges of the exhaust hood and filters above cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain hood, filters, and pipes/conduits.

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Report date: Nov 29, 2023
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: noted internal temperature of tcs food items inside service coolers to be improper: hydrated onions in water 58. 8f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 4 lbs of products worth $10. 00 through denaturing process.... See More Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: noted heavy and theick geasr accumulation inside the electrical unit of deep fryers. Also noted food particles and food debris inside service cooler. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: instructed to detail clean and maintain all floor drains throughout premises.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: noted heavy dirt and grease accumulation inside, on pipes/conduits, and edges of the exhaust hood and filters above cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain hood, filters, and pipes/conduits.

60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: noted the following previous core violation #58 rule #6-201. 11 from inspection report #2567062 dated 11/15/2022 not corrected. --6-201. 11 floors throughout the entire facility, along all baseboards, at the entranceway to the dining room, throughout the kitchen under all equipment, floor of the walk-in freezer, and washrooms all with dirt, debris, and encrusted grease. -----ceiling ventilation and tiles in both washrooms with excessive dust and dirt. Must clean and maintain all. ----damaged ceiling tile above the utility service sink. ----blackened, moldy wall caulking at the three-compartment sink. Must replace. Priority foundation violation #7-42-090. Citation issued.

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Report date: Nov 20, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed water temperature at hand washing sink in women's toilet room at 145f. Water temperature at hand washing sink in men's toilet room found at 149f. Both are automatic hand sinks. A... See More handwashing sink shall have maximum hot water temperature of 49�c (120�f) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: instructed to clean litter on ground surrounding outdoor dumpster area.

57. All food employees have food handler training
- comments: observed no proof of food handler training completion for employees. Must provide.

60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: previous core violation not corrected from 8/11/2021, report #2523885. #47-4-501. 11--observed a torn door gasket inside of the 3 door stand-up cooler(middle door). Instructed management to replace the torn door gasket. #55-6-201. 17--instructed to replace water stained ceiling tiles in hallway leading to washrooms. #55-6-501. 12--observed dirty floors with excessive grease build up underneath the fryers. Must clean floors in detail and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

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White castle bad sick. Not the normal sick. But bad sick | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Diarrhea, Fever, Stomach Pain, Chills
Suspected source: White castle
Onset: 12 to 24 hours
Duration: 4 to 12 hours
Sick: 3 people | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Fever, Stomach Pain, Chills See Less

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3 individuals caught norovirus after eating there on Saturday April 30th. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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cheese Danish & cloud macchiato coffee from there approx. 1 he after ingesting, I began to feel sweaty and nausea, then the diarrhea and cramping began. this was 6 times over the next 2 hrs then vomiting began. severe pain in lower abdomen. symptoms are still going on 4 hrs. later. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Cramps, Sweating, Stomach Pain See Less

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Tuna  I ate tuna sandwich at about 5.30pm and I felt sink the next morning. I’ve been nauseous all day   | Symptoms: Nausea See Less

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Report date: Dec 7, 2023
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed all floors under and behind all coolers nd equipment need to be cleaned in detail. Clean all windowsills.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed all unecessary items and... See More clutter must be removed from store in order to clean and monitor for better pest control.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed door handle to washroom in disrepair. Replace and maintain.

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Report date: Dec 7, 2023
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: observed no one on site at the time of inspection demonstrating food safety knowledge

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no city of chicago certified... See More food manager on site while time/temperature-controlled for safety foods including beef are prepared cooked, and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: no signage at rear food prep & utensil washing area hand sink instructing employees to wash hands. Must post signage.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: water dispensing faucet attached to front food prep area hand sink. Must remove water dispensing faucet, hand sink must only be used for hand washing. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed large sheet tray of meat balls on counter next to grill at room temperaure of 57f. 10lbs of meatballs valued at $30 were voluntarily discarded. Prioirty violation 7-38-005

33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
- comments: observed 2 drawer cold holding unit not maintaining proper temperature of 41f or less throughout. Repair and maintain refrigertion/cold hold unit and maintain. No time temperaure food within cooler at time of inspection. Cooler was tagged. Priority violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: rear prep area tableside can opener and bracket not clean. Must clean and maintain equipment.

50. Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
- comments: observed no hot water throughout at multiple sinks including handwashing sinks, washbowl sinks and 3 compartment sink. Observed hot water to be 60. 3f - 61. 6f throughout facility. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Must restore hot running water to all sinks.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: waste receptacles in unisex toilet rooms missing lids/covers. Must provide.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: caulking along top of rear 3 compartmetn sink is not clean. Must clean or recaulk.

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Pretty sure they used spoiled milk in my coffee. Feeling extremely sick. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea See Less

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Yesterday and today Ceviche No, I ate a ceviche at the Marques culinary house, which ended my trip, I lost 2 days in the hospital. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting See Less

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B.-d. Farm Paris Creek is recalling Bio-dynamic fresh butter unsalted due to microbial (Yersinia enterocolitica) contamination​. This product has been available for sale at Foodies and Harris Farms in New South Wales, Foodland in South Australia, and independent food retailers including IGA in South Australia, Northern Territory,... See More Victoria, and Western Australia.

The recalled product is:
- Paris Creek Farms Bio-dynamic fresh butter unsalted, 200 g, Best Before: 13JAN24​

Food products contaminated with Yersinia enterocolitica may cause illness if consumed. Consumers should not eat this product.

In case you are experiencing yersiniosis symptoms such as fever, abdominal pain (on the right side of the abdomen), and diarrhea (often bloody), it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

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Less than 3 hours from eating Nashville hot tenders, red skin potato salad, and coleslaw, I had terrible diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and fever. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Fever, Cramps, Dizziness See Less

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The New York State Agriculture Commissioner announced the recall of Aviator's "Dried Tomato Halves" by S. Katzman Produce due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. This product may have been distributed in New York State, Connecticut, and New Jersey. To date, no illnesses have been reported to... See More this Department in connection with this product.

The recalled product is Aviator brand "Dried Tomato Halves" sealed in a clear five-pound plastic bag and labeled with "Lot: 00923/1."

The recall situation emerged through routine testing by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Inspectors identified that the product contained high sulfite levels, previously unlisted on the product. Sulfites can provoke severe reactions, including anaphylactic shock, in sensitive individuals and some asthmatics.

Sulfite-sensitive consumers who have purchased the recalled "Dried Tomato Halves" are prompted to avoid consumption. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites may run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.

In case you experienced harm from allergens or undeclared ingredients, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

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The FSAI announced the recall of K O'Connell Fishmongers Irish Smoked Salmon due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. This product was distributed in Ireland.

The recalled product is K O'Connell Fishmongers Irish Smoked Salmon package in 150g, 375g, 500g and 1kg, with codes:
- SS30523, Use... See More by date: 25/11/2023
- SS31323, Use by date: 1/12/2023

Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.

In case you are experiencing Listeria monocytogenes symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

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Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Stomach Pain, Cramps
Suspected source: Canned chili
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: 4 to 12 hours
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Hello, I had food poisoning, I caught salmonellosis on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at this McDonald's, after a few days I'm still in a bad condition, my order today was CB 13, with a “CBO” sandwich, this comes from chicken 😅 | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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I had a salad from there yesterday I woke up at 4 am vomiting, diarrhea, severe stomach cramps and all that was coming out both ends was lettuce and the pesto chicken I got from there | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps See Less

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The Pepper Jack Raw Milk Cheese from Hilltop Meadow Farm, 153 martin Road, Pine Grove, Schuylkill County, is being voluntarily recalled by the farm. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture warns consumers about "Hilltop Meadow Farm" brand '60 Day Aged Pepper Jack Raw Milk Cheese' with sell by... See More dates of 9/21/2023 or earlier. Testing of this cheese confirmed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. No reported illnesses have been attributed to the product.

The recalled product was sold in ½ lb, 1 lb, 2.5 lb, and 5 lb sizes at their on-farm store and at the following locations:

Meadow Run Farms, 727 Rettew Mill Road, Littitz, Lancaster County
Shady Acres Farm Market, 8514 Elizabethtown Road, Elizabethtown, Lancaster County
Willow Haven Farm, 7686 Herber Road, New Tripoli, Leigh County
Healthy Habits Natural Market, 1120 Center Turnpike, Orwigsburg, Schuylkill County
Little Leaf Natural Products, 505 S Main Street, Montrose, Susquehanna County
Whole Earth Center, 360 Nassau St, Princeton, New Jersey
Healthy Way, 396 S Main St, Massena, New York
Northstar Bison Store, 225 Birch Avenue, Cameron, Wisconsin

The tainted Pepper Jack Raw Milk Cheese is labeled with the Hilltop Meadow Farm label and designations "From A2/A2 Milk" and "Made from 100% Grassfed Cow's Milk" product descriptions.

Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, an illness which has symptoms including fever, muscle aches, nausea and diarrhea. Listeriosis mainly affects pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and adults with impaired immune systems. Listeriosis in pregnant women can result in miscarriage, premature delivery, serious infection of the newborn, or stillbirth.

People who consumed the Pepper Jack Raw Milk Cheese should consult their physicians if they become ill.

In case you are experiencing Listeria monocytogenes symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Company name: Hilltop Meadow Farm
Brand name: Hilltop Meadow Farm
Product recalled: Pepper Jack Raw Milk Cheese
Reason of the recall: Presence of Listeria monocytogenes
FDA Recall date: November 28, 2023

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