Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN, USA
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Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN, USA
3 years ago •reported by user-wyym1668
Sandwich and soup. 2 people got sick. Symptoms started early morning after dinner.
| Symptoms: Diarrhea
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Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN, United States
7 years ago •reported by user-zxkrp557
I had an uptown salad with grilled chicken for lunch the next day my stomach was not feeling well all day it was as gurgling and I had very bad pain. When I got home from work I threw up over 20 times with watery diarrhea.
| Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting
116
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Report date: Mar 7, 2024
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: observed no signed employees health policies for all employees must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-010)(citation issued)
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no …
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: observed no signed employees health policies for all employees must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-010)(citation issued)
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no …
hand drying device at south toilet room hand sink paper towels were provided during inspection must provide and maintain at all times. (priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)(cos)
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed slow drains at both hand sinks in prep areas must repair and maintain.
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed some prep coolers missing interior thermometers must provide and maintain.
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: must label food storage containers (shakers and squeeze bottles) when food is not in original package.
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed a gap at front double doors along bottom left interior corner of right side door must make tight fitting.
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: must repair or replace worn door gaskets on rear 2- door reach in cooler,1- door prep cooler of online order side.
48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: observed 3-compartment sink floor drain backing up and overflowing with water and pooling on to floor when water is released from sink and a foul smelling odor must repair and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-025)(citation issued)
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: must clean food debris build up from all prep & reach in coolers, prep tables,both toaster carts,counter top under soda machine,walk in cooler-shelving units,pop sleeves and fan guard covers.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must grout floor in both front and rear prep/dish washing areas. Must repair or replace loose threshold at entry to walk in freezer.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean excessive food debris build up on floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises including walk in cooler & freezer including all floor drains.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean dust build up from upper walls in dining area above serving line. Must clean food splatter from walls in prep/dish washing areas.
56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: must clean debris build up on filters at both vent hoods.
Source: chicago.gov
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed slow drains at both hand sinks in prep areas must repair and maintain.
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed some prep coolers missing interior thermometers must provide and maintain.
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: must label food storage containers (shakers and squeeze bottles) when food is not in original package.
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed a gap at front double doors along bottom left interior corner of right side door must make tight fitting.
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: must repair or replace worn door gaskets on rear 2- door reach in cooler,1- door prep cooler of online order side.
48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: observed 3-compartment sink floor drain backing up and overflowing with water and pooling on to floor when water is released from sink and a foul smelling odor must repair and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-025)(citation issued)
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: must clean food debris build up from all prep & reach in coolers, prep tables,both toaster carts,counter top under soda machine,walk in cooler-shelving units,pop sleeves and fan guard covers.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must grout floor in both front and rear prep/dish washing areas. Must repair or replace loose threshold at entry to walk in freezer.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean excessive food debris build up on floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises including walk in cooler & freezer including all floor drains.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean dust build up from upper walls in dining area above serving line. Must clean food splatter from walls in prep/dish washing areas.
56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: must clean debris build up on filters at both vent hoods.
Source: chicago.gov
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Report date: Mar 7, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed approx. 15 live small flying insects on the walls and boxes of stock in the food prep areas, dining room and sandwich pickup area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate …
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed approx. 15 live small flying insects on the walls and boxes of stock in the food prep areas, dining room and sandwich pickup area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate …
the pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: clean the interior of the sandwich prep cooler next to the conveyor oven and the prep cooler across from the oven.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: clean the walls with food debris on them around the 3-compartment sink.
58. Allergen training as required
- comments: observed 2 certified food managers on duty without a valid allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must have a valid allergen training certificate.
Source: chicago.gov
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: clean the interior of the sandwich prep cooler next to the conveyor oven and the prep cooler across from the oven.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: clean the walls with food debris on them around the 3-compartment sink.
58. Allergen training as required
- comments: observed 2 certified food managers on duty without a valid allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must have a valid allergen training certificate.
Source: chicago.gov
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Potbelly, South Colorado Boulevard, Denver, CO, USA
1 month ago •reported by user-yrpjp945
Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting
Suspected source: Roast beef
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: 12 to 24 hours
Sick: Me
Additional information: This happened on Superbowl Sunday. We ate about an hour before the game. I had a roast beef sandwich with provolone, tomato, …
Suspected source: Roast beef
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: 12 to 24 hours
Sick: Me
Additional information: This happened on Superbowl Sunday. We ate about an hour before the game. I had a roast beef sandwich with provolone, tomato, …
pickle, mayo & Italian seasoning. I felt nauseated pretty quickly. By half time, I was fully sick with severe nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. So much so, I had to go to bed. I didn't know about reporting here or I would have done so sooner.
| Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting
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Potbelly Sandwich shop in Northbrook, Willow Road, Northbrook, IL, USA
1 month ago •reported by user-zgxrw832
Today between 1:45-2 at Potbelly in Willow in Northbrook The sandwiches None- we’re sick now Also vomiting NOW
| Symptoms: Diarrhea
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Report date: Feb 13, 2024
5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: observed the facility without a bodily fluid spill kit and no corresponding clean-up procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop a clean-up procedure and maintain appropriate …
5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: observed the facility without a bodily fluid spill kit and no corresponding clean-up procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop a clean-up procedure and maintain appropriate …
supplies that correspond with the on-site plan. Must keep both the policy and supplies on site at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: 3-305. 11 observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.
45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
- comments: 4-903. 11(a;c) observed single service articles not inverted in the service area and stored on the floor in basement storage areas. Instructed manager to invert and elevate all single service articles off floor.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-501. 12 observed loose debris, dirt, and dust buildup on the floors and corners throughout the facility. Instructed to detail cleaning and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.
58. Allergen training as required
- comments: 2-102. 13 observed food service sanitation manager without food allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirements.
Source: chicago.gov
39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: 3-305. 11 observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.
45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
- comments: 4-903. 11(a;c) observed single service articles not inverted in the service area and stored on the floor in basement storage areas. Instructed manager to invert and elevate all single service articles off floor.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-501. 12 observed loose debris, dirt, and dust buildup on the floors and corners throughout the facility. Instructed to detail cleaning and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.
58. Allergen training as required
- comments: 2-102. 13 observed food service sanitation manager without food allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirements.
Source: chicago.gov
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White Castle, East 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN, USA
1 week ago •reported by user-wmptd262
Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Nausea, Stomach Pain, Headache
Suspected source: white castle cheeseburgers
Onset: 4 to 12 hours
Duration: Less than 4 hours | Symptoms: Nausea, Stomach Pain, Headache
Suspected source: white castle cheeseburgers
Onset: 4 to 12 hours
Duration: Less than 4 hours | Symptoms: Nausea, Stomach Pain, Headache
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Meijer, U.S. 30, Merrillville, IN, USA
2 months ago •reported by user-vwqz3726
My daughter and I made parfaits with Meijer-brand heavy whipping cream, jell-o vanilla pudding mix, and blueberries. We both got terribly sick afterwards.
| Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting
116
Chick-fil-A, Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN, USA
2 months ago •reported by user-jnpxt666
Today from merrillville chickfila sandwiches my two sons. Chickfila merrillville 2 kids same night chicken sandwiches 12 hours after
| Symptoms: Vomiting, Nausea
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China Wok, 2282 Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
2 months ago •reported by user-qvnw3397
Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Chills, Headache
Suspected source: Chinese food
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: other: Until I finally vomited hours later
Sick: Me
Additional information: I ate chicken ,mushroom, noodles and rice and I only threw up the mushrooms hours …
Suspected source: Chinese food
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: other: Until I finally vomited hours later
Sick: Me
Additional information: I ate chicken ,mushroom, noodles and rice and I only threw up the mushrooms hours …
later. I felt sick almost immediately after though
| Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Chills, Headache
116
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, East 82nd Avenue, Merrillville, IN, USA
8 months ago •reported by user-bjhk6254
July 18th @ 3:00 pm from their Chicken Chicken It was the spicy chicken breast
| Symptoms: Diarrhea
116
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Cinnabon, 72922 Baker Boulevard, Baker, CA, USA
2 weeks ago •reported by user-qpggb419
Stopped for a quick snack. Purchased a Cinnabon from location about 1 pm today. Wife starting getting sick around 5 pm today. Vomit, Nuesa and diarrhea.
| Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting
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Panera Bread, Concord Parkway North, Concord, NC, USA
2 weeks ago •reported by user-fzkd9175
Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps
Suspected source: Panera Bread
Onset: Right away
Duration: 4 to 12 hours
Sick: Not sure | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps
Suspected source: Panera Bread
Onset: Right away
Duration: 4 to 12 hours
Sick: Not sure | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps
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On the Menu Entree Products - recalled due to an error on the packaging
1 week ago •source www.foodstandards.gov.au
Recall notice
Patties Food Group has issued a recall for its On The Menu Entree products due to a packaging error. The products were sold at Coles, Woolworths, and independent retailers including IGA, and No Waste Australia nationally.
The recalled items include On the Menu Entrée 3 Cheese Macaroni …
The recalled items include On the Menu Entrée 3 Cheese Macaroni …
(260g) with best-before dates of 27/03/26 & 14/03/26, On The Menu Entrée Beef Lasagne (260g) with best-before dates of 12/03/26 & 20/03/26, and On The Menu Entrée Spaghetti & Meatballs (260g) with a best before date of 19/03/26.
The oven cooking instructions provided are not compatible with the product tray, which may melt if these instructions are followed. Patties Food Group assures that the product is safe to consume if the microwave instructions on the pack are followed.
If you or a loved one are harmed or experiencing any symptoms, it is important to report it. Reporting can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and enable better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: www.foodstandards.gov.au/food-recalls/recalls/patties-food-group-menu-entree-products
The oven cooking instructions provided are not compatible with the product tray, which may melt if these instructions are followed. Patties Food Group assures that the product is safe to consume if the microwave instructions on the pack are followed.
If you or a loved one are harmed or experiencing any symptoms, it is important to report it. Reporting can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and enable better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: www.foodstandards.gov.au/food-recalls/recalls/patties-food-group-menu-entree-products
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Canada 653 brand ground meat recalled due to pieces of plastic
2 weeks ago •source recalls-rappels.canada.ca
Recall notice
Canada 653 brand ground meat has been recalled due to the presence of extraneous material, specifically pieces of plastic. The recall affects products distributed in British Columbia and Yukon.
The recalled products include:
- Product: Medium Ground Beef Pork Blend, Size: Variable, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: contains "16697". …
- Product: Regular Ground Beef, Size: 454 g, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: 0 062639 375195.
- Product: Extra Lean Ground Beef, Size: 454 g, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: 0 062639 375201.
- Product: Lean Ground Beef, Size: 454 g, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: 0 056364 902603.
Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected products.
In case you experience harm from extraneous materials, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/canada-653-brand-ground-meat-recalled-due-pieces-plastic
The recalled products include:
- Product: Medium Ground Beef Pork Blend, Size: Variable, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: contains "16697". …
- Product: Regular Ground Beef, Size: 454 g, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: 0 062639 375195.
- Product: Extra Lean Ground Beef, Size: 454 g, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: 0 062639 375201.
- Product: Lean Ground Beef, Size: 454 g, Best-Before: 24/03/22, UPC: 0 056364 902603.
Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected products.
In case you experience harm from extraneous materials, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/canada-653-brand-ground-meat-recalled-due-pieces-plastic
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill, North Lee Street, Forsyth, GA, USA
6 days ago •reported by user-wxhcy424
On Sunday, I ordered a chicken basket complete with fries and bread, got a slush to drink. Within minutes I felt queasy but chalked it up to anxiety. When I got home, I began having stomach cramps and explosive diarrhea. I thought maybe the slush just had
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too much sugar. The diarrhea stopped that night but continued to feel nauseous and feverish accompanied by slight stomach pain two days later. The chicken was fully cooked but I’m thinking of cross contamination. I actually had the same thing the day before and had no problems at all. I always liked this DQ because their food actually has a good taste unlike the other ones in the area, but I will not be returning. Was with family and they both got different things so I’m blaming the chicken now.
| Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Stomach Pain, Fever, Cramps
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Sam Sung Soy Bean Sprouts recalled due to Listeria
6 days ago •source www.accessdata.fda.gov
Recall notice
Samsung Bean Sprout has issued a recall for its Sam Sung Soy Bean Sprouts due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed in Virginia.
The recalled product is branded as Sam Sung Soy Bean Sprouts, with a net weight of 1LB. The batch under …
The recalled product is branded as Sam Sung Soy Bean Sprouts, with a net weight of 1LB. The batch under …
recall has a Sell By date of December 21, 2023. A total of 500 bags have been recalled, under the recall number F-1114-2024.
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.
Source: www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=205832
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.
Source: www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=205832
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Shreddies, Walmart Supercentre, Dundas Street East, Hamilton, ON, Canada
3 weeks ago •reported by user-bqrk8648
Hadn't had cereal in years, but decided to buy Shreddies while on sale. Had a 'snack' bowl around 7pm, went to bed fine. Woke up at 11pm with cringing stomach pains. I won't get into details, but it's a good thing my toilet is right beside my
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bathtub. Sick for 8 hours and a right off the whole next day.
| Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain
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Mowi Norwegian Atlantic Salmon Cold Smoked recalled due to dangerous bacteria
5 days ago •source recalls-rappels.canada.ca
Recall notice
Mowi brand has recalled its Norwegian Atlantic Salmon - Cold Smoked due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a dangerous bacteria. The product was distributed in Ontario. The recall was triggered by the industry, with no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product to date.
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The recalled product is Mowi's Norwegian Atlantic Salmon – Cold Smoked, weighing 113g. The UPC is 8 19693 02546 3, and all units sold from March 27, 2024, up to and including April 10, 2024, are affected by the recall.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is currently conducting a food safety investigation.
In case you experienced Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, report it now. 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.
Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/mowi-brand-norwegian-atlantic-salmon-cold-smoked-recalled-due-potential-presence
The recalled product is Mowi's Norwegian Atlantic Salmon – Cold Smoked, weighing 113g. The UPC is 8 19693 02546 3, and all units sold from March 27, 2024, up to and including April 10, 2024, are affected by the recall.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is currently conducting a food safety investigation.
In case you experienced Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, report it now. 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.
Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/mowi-brand-norwegian-atlantic-salmon-cold-smoked-recalled-due-potential-presence
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Coop 20* Piece Picnic Platter - recalled due to undeclared sulphites
3 days ago •source data.food.gov.uk
Recall notice
Coop is recalling Coop 20* Piece Picnic Platter because it contains sulphites which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites. These products were distributed nationwide in the United Kingdom.
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- Product details:
Product Name: Coop 20* Piece Picnic Platter, Pack size: (228g), Use by: 21 April 2024
If you have bought the above product and have a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
In case you experience 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.
Company name: Coop
Product recalled: Coop 20* Piece Picnic Platter
FSA Recall date: 04/11/2024
Source: www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-aa-16-2024
- Product details:
Product Name: Coop 20* Piece Picnic Platter, Pack size: (228g), Use by: 21 April 2024
If you have bought the above product and have a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
In case you experience 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.
Company name: Coop
Product recalled: Coop 20* Piece Picnic Platter
FSA Recall date: 04/11/2024
Source: www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-aa-16-2024
Chipotle Mexican Grill, 2743 North Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
6 days ago •reported by user-qhzzg115
| Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain
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