Chicago, IL, USA

February 24, 2020 2:18 PM

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Symptoms: Diarrhea Nausea Vomiting

Chinese Fried Shrimp and Egg Roll... Only one.....

March 5, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 3, 2021
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: person in charge hs no city of chicago food certificate.

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no valid city of chicago food sanitation certi... See Moreficate posted/provided for manager on duty. Also the pic unable to provide during inspection proof of any employee on duty with city of chicago food sanitation certificate. Priority foundation issued 7-38-012

22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed improper cold temperatures of(5) 7oz-size bottled milks at 56. 0f,(1) large 4-lb bag of milk cream at 55. 0f inside cooler at drive thru. Foos was removed and discarded by pic at cost approx 7-lbs at cost $ 7. 00-cos. Instructed to maintain cold foods at 41. 0f or below. Priority violation issued 7-38-005.

33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
- comments: observed cooler in drive thru area being used maintaining improper cold temperature of 57. 0f. Instructed cooler must maintain 41. 0f or below. Cooler will be tagged held for inspection. Instructed to use additional cooler on site that 41. 0f or below. Priority violation issued 7-38-005.

Source: chicago.gov See Less”

March 5, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 3, 2021
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: observed no signed employees health policies. Must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-010)(no citation issued)

5. Procedures for responding to v... See Moreomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: observed no clean-up policy procedure and items for vomiting and diarrhea. Must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-005)(no citation issued)

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed an appx. '1/2-3/4' gap along bottom of front door. Must make door tight fitting.

39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: observed dish washing liquid 5- gallon buckets being re-used to store ready to eat foods inside and cardboard meat boxes used for storing cooked chiccharones. Must provide food grade containers for food storage.

44. Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
- comments: must invert multi-use utensils on basement dish storage shelves.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: must remove cardboard from shelving units and lower shelf of steam table.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: must clean debris build up from lower shelf of steam table,prep tables,glass display units at service counters.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: must repair or replace broken self closing device on toilet room door.

54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: observed outside grease container and ground encrusted with grease and boxes on ground around the same. Manager had employee to remove grease and cardboard from ground. Clean and maintain area during inspection. (priority foundation 7-38-020(b)(citation issued)

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must repair or replace damaged concrete floor in basement and floor tiles on sales floor.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean debris build up from walls in meat/deli area.

Source: chicago.gov See Less”

March 5, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 3, 2021
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed bottom of rear entry door not rodent proofed. Instructed to repair.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed right faucet at 3- compartment sink leaky. Instructed to repai... See Morer.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed floor area need re-grouting under 1 comp sink in dishwashing area. Instructed to repair.

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March 5, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 3, 2021
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: 10 rat droppings on floor in rear. Over 20 mice droppings noted scattered on floor under chip display unit. Instd to clean and sanitize all affected areas, contact pest control for service, citation issued 7-38-020(... See Morea). Priority foundation

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March 5, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 3, 2021
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hot water at hand washing sinks in staff/dining washrooms(75. 3f) and second floor women washroom (72. 5f). Instructed manager to provide at least 100f water at all hand washing sinks... See More. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed the following doors not rodent proofed, south entrance doors 1' gap between doors, main entrance doors 1' gap on bottom left door, north entrance doors 1' gap betweeen doors. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed milk crates used as shelving units in storage areas. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for proper cleaning and pest control.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed no covered waste receptacles in women and unisex washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed peeling paint on ceiling and walls in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed missing light shield in office/storage area. Instructed manager to provide.

Source: chicago.gov See Less”

March 5, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 2, 2021
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide verification for each employee on site at all times. Priority foundation. 7-38-010. No citation... See Moreissued

5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: observed no bodily fluid clean-up kit on site. Must obtain. Procedure was provided at time of inspection. Priority violation no citation issued

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed 50 rodent droppings in basement on shelves near ice machine and mop sink. Observed 20 rodent droppings in corner of basement near reach in chest freezers. Observed 10 rodent droppings at top of stairs leading to basement. Observed 20 rodent droppings in kitchen under stove and cooking area. All equipment in kitchen needs to be pulled away from walls, and all rodent droppings need to be removed. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Remove all rodent droppings from basement and stairs leading to basement. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Eliminate all areas of harborage in basement. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (a)

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed cardboard used as shelf liner near grill. Remove cardboard and maintain shelf surface. Observed caulking around dump sink in front service area to install splash guard and caulking around hand sink to install splash guard in rear cooking are not smooth and easily cleanable. Restore to a smooth easily cleanable surface and maintain. Observed red plastic cutting board scratched and scored with dark grooves unable to come clean. Remove cutting board from facility.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed area under grill in kitchen very unclean with an excess accumulation of grease and food debris. Must clean and maintain area under grill. Observed all utility lines and gas pipes behind grill dripping with heavy grease accumulation. Clean all pipes and utility lines behind grill and maintain.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed no backflow prevention device could be located on water line of coffee machine. Must install and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed floor under dump sink on front service area not smooth and easily cleanable must restore surface to a smooth and easily cleanable condition and maintain. Observed floors throughout kitchen under all cooking equipment and along walls very unclean. Clean and sanitize all floors. Observed floor at top of stairs very unclean. Clean, sanitize, and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed mops need to be hung to dry after use.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: all unnecessary items from basement need to be removed to reduce clutter and rodent harborage.

60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: observed previous core violations from report # 2456738 dated 11/17/2020 not corrected including violation # 51 no hot running water at dump sink located in front prep area. #55 observed broken ceiling tile in bathroom. Must repair. #53 no lid on trashcan in employee washroom. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090 no citation issued.

Source: chicago.gov See Less”

March 5, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 2, 2021
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: noted plastic coating sealant peeling off metal front of ice machine. Instructed to remove to be smooth and cleanable. ---interior of bar three compartment sink found dirty and cluttered with debree. Instructed to clea... See Moren and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: excessive amount of plastic milk crates scattered around outside garbage area. Instructed to remove and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed employees personal belongings in rear above service station. Instructed to remove and use lockers for personal items.

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March 4, 2021 3:47 PM

“Me and two friends ate there last night. We all also had margaritas. I felt sick first. Very nauseous. Then all night diarrhea. My other two friends started to feel later about an hour after we left. Same symptoms. See Less”

March 4, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 3, 2021
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: observed no employee health policy on premises. Instructed manager to keep health policy on site at all times. Priority foundation. 7-38-010. No citation issued.... See More16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed slime/dirt build up in ice machine in basement dripping into ready to eat food ice used for human consumption. Instructed to clean interior and maintain. Priority foundation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. All ice voluntarily discarded at this time.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed 1/4 inch gap at front entrance/exit door sweep. Instructed manager to replace strip and maintain.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: backflow prevention device not located on ice machine water line in basement. Instructed manager to provide and make visible.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed grease and dirt on floor under and around cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed loose floor drain in employee restroom in basement area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed dust and grease build up on filters in food prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

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March 4, 2021 9:01 AM

“Report date: Mar 2, 2021
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: ob served no proof of health policy for employees health. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued

21. Proper hot holding tem... See Moreperatures
- comments: observed improper hot temperatures of (tcs) foods not being maintained inside hot holding equipment, stored on prep table, on storage shelves,etc. Observed 40-lbs of sweet potatoes at 118. 0f,20-lbs of rice at 118. 0f, approx 14-lbs-jerk chicken at 109. 0f-118. 0f instructed to maintain hot foods at 135. 0f or higher. All foods was removed and discarded-at cost approx $200. 00. Priority violation issued 7-38-005

22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed improper cold temperature of 72. 0f, of cooked kidney beans in large pot insude of cooler. Instructed to maintain cold ( tcs)foods at 41. 0f or beolw. Food was removed by pic and discarded at approx 60-lbs ,cost approx $20. 00-cos. Priority violation issued 7-38-005 consolated violation

36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed no thermometer inside coolers. Instructed to provide.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed evidence of 23-mice droppings on premises floors by steamtable and on shelves in dry storage room. Instructed to clean/sanitize all areas. Recommed pest service. Priority foundation issued 7-38-020(a).

48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: observed no hot running water available ( coming out of the faucet)at 3- compartment sink dishwashing facilities. Instructed 3- compartment required to have hot water. Wash solution temperature required at least 110. 0f from faucet. Priority violation issued 7-38-025 plumber arrived and made repairs during inspection-cos

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed cooking equipment, steamtable not clean of debris. Instructed to clean/maintain.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed storage shelves in dry storage room, under microwave not clean/ maintain. Instructed to clean/maintain.

Source: chicago.gov See Less”

February 22, 2021 11:56 PM

“The FSIS announced the recall of approximately 96,810 pounds of beef tallow products by GLG Trading Inc. because they were imported from the People’s Republic of China, an ineligible country for beef, without the benefit of FSIS import re-inspection. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse r... See Moreeactions due to consumption of these products.

FSIS advises consumers who have purchased these products not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

The products subject to recall do not bear a Federal mark of inspection. These items were shipped to distributors, retail locations, and restaurants in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, and Texas. The following heat-treated shelf-stable Hotpot Seasoning items containing beef tallow are subject to recall:

- 17.6-oz. vacuumed sealed packages of “Ming Yang Hotpot Seasoning (Slightly spicy).
- 17.6-oz. vacuumed sealed packages of “Ming Yang Hotpot Seasoning (Super spicy, Extremely).
- 12.07-oz. vacuumed sealed packages of “Ming Yang Hotpot Seasoning (Medium spicy, Mala).

The problem was discovered during routine FSIS verification activities. This is a Class II recall meaning it is a health hazard situation where there is a remote probability of adverse health consequences from the use of the product.

Check the full recall details on the FSIS website fsis.usda.gov See Less”

February 9, 2021 11:27 AM

“After eating a pineapple and ham pizza from there  I am the only one who ate the pizza.  See Less”

February 28, 2021 9:24 AM

“Something we ate 2 of us had dinner there. We shared tapas and my husband was first to feel symptoms a few hours later. I followed about an hour later
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February 7, 2021 3:42 AM

“I think the spinach from there  Just me. Just now See Less”

February 8, 2021 1:03 AM

“I ate a regular chili hot dog from there & within an hour of eating it I was so sick. I began throwing up, sweating, stomach hurting & just felt terrible. I’ll never eat here again. See Less”

February 28, 2021 2:21 AM

“double cheeseburger  It was just myself who got sick two days after I ate the food I was feeling sick to my stomach and had cramps 
I went there wednesday feb,24 2021 at 9:22pm and ordered a double cheesebuger cook to order and i waited 10 mins for my food on my home started to eat it and noticed t... See Morehat the burger was Raw!! very pink. i took the food back got my money back got home the next day had diarrhea for two days i will never eat there again
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February 10, 2021 1:42 PM

“I ate the mini frosted chocolate donuts made by their bakery at night and in the morning my stomach was upset. I gave it a day and to be sure I ate a donut again and after few hours my stomach was hurting again. See Less”

February 7, 2021 3:07 PM

“Poke I ate poke raw fish and got sick 25 hours after wating the poke diarrhea and vomiting n nausia See Less”

March 3, 2021 2:07 PM

“I come through the drive most days for my lunch break and always get the same thing. Two McChickens, two McDoubles, large fry and a large sprite. I eat half of it on lunch and the other half after work at around 1 am. I woke up about 10 am in major discomfort and sickness. I proceeded to be nauseas,... See Morethrow up, and have continuous diarrhea for the entire day. See Less”

February 8, 2021 5:00 PM

“Company name: Shenandoah Growers, Inc
Brand name: Simple Truth, That’s Tasty, Shenandoah Growers
Product recalled: Basil
Reason of the recall: Potential Cyclospora contamination
FDA Recall date: February 08, 2021
Recall details: Shenandoah Growers, Inc (Harrisonburg, VA) out of an abundance of... See Morecaution, has issued a limited, voluntary recall of approximately 3240 units of branded fresh cut, packaged organic basil clamshells packed at its Indianapolis, Indiana location due to a possible health risk from Cyclospora.

Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal infection caused by the Cyclospora parasite. A person may become infected after ingesting contaminated food or water. Common symptoms include severe abdominal pain, watery diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, body aches and fatigue. The infection is treated with antibiotics and most people respond quickly to treatment.

Only the following specific lot codes are affected: PV40515 1034 | PV40515 3034 | PV40515 4034 | PV40515 3035. The affected product has a country of origin of Colombia and was harvested entirely from Puerto Vallarta Herbs SAS (Farm) and imported by Vallarta Organics LLC dba Organic Destiny (Importer). Affected lot codes shipped:
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (0.75 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-00101-4. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Indianapolis Fruit
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (2.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-02143-2. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Indianapolis Fruit
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (4.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-00141-0. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Indianapolis Fruit
- That’s Tasty (Pasta Blend). (0.5 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: 7-68573-52008-9. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce
- That’s Tasty. (0.5 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: 7-68573-50502-4. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (4 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: N/A. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce Bulk
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (1 lb.). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: N/A. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce Bulk
- Simple Truth. (3.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 4034. UPC: 0-11110-00876-3. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Kroger
That’s Tasty. (0.25 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-02515-7. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: J&J Distributing
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (0.75 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-00101-4. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: J&J Distributing
- That’s Tasty. (3.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3035. UPC: 7-68573-53001-9. Pack Date: 2/4/2021. Location: Schnucks

Recalled products were distributed to select retail stores between 2/3/2021 to 2/4/2021 in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

This recall notification is being issued due to a single instance in which a sample of bulk product was pulled at the port of entry in Miami and tested by the FDA as part of routine surveillance and indicated the potential presence of Cyclospora.

Affected Shenandoah Growers customers have been notified of the recall and instructed to immediately remove and discard recalled products from all store shelves, distribution and other inventories to ensure they are no longer available for sale or consumption.

The Shenandoah Growers recall includes only those clamshells of certified organic basil clearly marked with the affected lot codes listed above. The lot code can be found printed on each clamshell.

No other Shenandoah Growers products are subject to recall, and the company has no knowledge of any illness reported or related to this product to date.

Consumers who may have a recalled basil product should discard it immediately and not eat it. Consumers with questions, or to obtain refunds, may contact the Shenandoah Growers Consumer Response Center at 844-896-6939 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm EST.

Check the full recall details on fda.gov

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