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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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Popeye's, 50 N Western Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed the rear exit door in poor repair at the bottom(1/4" gaps). Must repair and maintain to prevent possible entry point for pests.

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

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52   Comments Comment

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El Gran Burrito Express #2, 1907 W 87th St, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: must provide a splash guard at hand sink next to prep table and food storage shelf in rear prep area.

48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments:… See more

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15   Comments Comment

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Papa Santiagos Pizzeria, 4045 W 47th St, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: both handwash sinks not accessible, equipment in basin of sinks. Instd to have accessible at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation. Equipment was removed from basins during inspection

10. Adequate handwashing… See more

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16   Comments Comment

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Wendy's, 3943 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed self-serve drink dispencer with attached ice machine located in dining area with a build-up of white, black and brown substance on interior surfaces in contact with ice and dripping onto ice cubes stored… See more

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La Cocina De Alicia, 4545 W Division St, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing soap at the only handwashing sink in the prep/dishwashing area. Dishwashing detergent was provided due to no handwashing soap being on site at the time of the inspection. Priority… See more

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17   Comments Comment

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Iron Age Chicago, 1265 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: the main prep area of the hand-wash sink is clogged with standing water in the basin. Instructed to keep the hand-wash sink in good working order. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).

36. Thermometers… See more

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173   Comments Comment

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Taqueria La Morena, 4530 W Augusta Blvd, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing signage at the handwashing sink in the dishwashing area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

21. Proper hot holding temperatures
- comments: observed improper hot holding temperature of cooked beef… See more

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17   Comments Comment

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La Vaca, 1160 W 18th St, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: outside thermometer on the hall cooler is broken. Instructed to fix or provide an internal thermometer for said cooler. Maintain same.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: both rear exit doors with… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

932   Comments Comment

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Prequel Cafe, 1957 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 14, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: no pest control service, no log book. Instructed to obtain a licensed pest control service. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c).

39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: keeping employees' clothing… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

52   Comments Comment

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Rainbow Cone, 9233 S Western Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

11 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 12, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed rodent activity on premises. Found 60 or more mouse droppings on the floor in the basement electrical panel room in the corner area and 40 or more in the corner area where… See more

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