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Chicago Food Poisoning

In Chicago, Illinois, it's estimated that over 300 thousand suffer from food poisoning annually. McDonald's and Chipotle Mexican Grill are the most frequently mentioned brand names, and the most commonly mentioned product is chicken.

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Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Sophy Hyde Park, 1401-1411 E 53rd St, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 4, 2025
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed milk crates used as shelving in storage areas. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for easy cleaning and pest control.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments:… See more

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Potbelly Sandwich Works, 5426-5428 S Lake Park Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 4, 2025
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, shelving units, coolers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed food debris on… See more

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Visanu Thai 55, Inc., 1607 E 55th St, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 4, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed over 60 mice droppings scattered on floor under shelves in front dining area, on floor under shelves in rear storage area, on multi-use equipment shelves in prep area, on floor along walls… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Memo's Hot Dogs, 1447 W 18th St, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 4, 2025
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: pic does not have a coc food sanitation certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid coc cfm certificate. Priority foundation citation combined with violation #2.

2. City of chicago… See more

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Farmers Pride Produce, 756 N Western Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 3, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed the rear exit door with a gap between the wall and door at the bottom side. Must repair to prevent possible entry point for pests.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments:… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Nicky's Chinese Food, 5231 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 3, 2025
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed bulk containers not labeled in storage areas. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed over 100 mice droppings… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Madison, 7433 S Dorchester, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 2, 2025
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: observed no person n charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation

2. City of chicago food… See more

#chesters #chicago #illinois #unitedstates #milk

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Cics Avalon Park/south Shore, 1501 E 83rd Pl, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 1, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed 1/4" gap at bottom of left front entrance door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.

43. In-use utensils: properly stored
- comments: observed cup used… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Jamaica Jerk Spice, Inc, 6500 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

####Report date: Dec 1, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed live roach activity in prep area. Instructed manager to call an extrminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)citation issued

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed debris… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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J J & Atomic Sub, 6458 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

7 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Dec 1, 2025
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed bulk containers containing flour, seasonings, chicken breading without labels. Instructed to provide common name labels and maintain.

41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
- comments: observed spoiled wiping cloths stored on top… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates #chicken

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