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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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El Rey Del Taco & Burritos, 4157 S California Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed small prep table in basement near sink with rust. Instructed person in charge to remove rust and maintain surface smooth and easily cleanable.

Source: chicago.gov

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A V Anthony's, 4720 W 63rd St, Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: interior of ice machine not clean, soiled. Instd to clean and maintain same

22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: the following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperatures in prep cooler: chicken 56.… See more

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L C Pho Restaurant, 2739 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-501. 12--observed stained cutting boards in the kitchen prep areas/front beverage prep area. Instructed to resurface or replace the cutting boards and maintain.

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

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El Taco Azteca, 2151 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
9. No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
- comments: 3-301. 11(b) observed bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat foods (avocado and radish) by a male food handler while serving the food to customers. Instructed to discard… See more

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Walgreens #05034, 6315 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: trash receptacle in employee break room overflowing. Instd to remove excessive trash and maintain frequency of removal to prevent such.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: floor in employee… See more

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Seafood Junction, 1347 E 87th St, Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: person in charge has no chicago certified food manager's (cfm) certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid cfm's certificate. Priority foundation violation written on violation #2.

2. City of… See more

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Takibi, 6803 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
50. Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
- comments: we observed no hot running water throughout establishment. Found improper hot water temperature at hand washing sink in front of sushi area at temp of 72. 5f. Hot water temperature at hand… See more

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Report date: Mar 5, 2025
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: clean the food debris and grease on the floor underneath the convection ovens and deep fryers at the cook's prep line. Clean the troughs behind the cooking equipment along the prep line. Clean the floor… See more

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Waffle Pancake House, 3458 W 111th St, Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
- comments: all wiping cloths when not in use must be stored in a clean sanitizing solution. Instructed to correct and maintain.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
-… See more

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Nia Restaurant and Wine Bar, 803 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Mar 5, 2025
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sinks in basement restrooms. Instructed manager to provide.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt… See more

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