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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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McDonald's, 4047 E 106th St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed dust buildup on fanguards inside walk-in cooler, food debris and spills on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, beverage machines, holding units, prep tables, coolers, and freezers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.… See more

#mcdonalds #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Regulatory Report

Smoothie King, 3479 North Broadway, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: observed outside dumpster unable to close due to overfill. Recommends additional trash pick up day to correct and maintain tight… See more

#smoothieking #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: : 5-202. 12 (a) : observed hot running water temperatures at hand sinks in basement girl's left side at 89. 6f. 2nd fl. Boy's-79. 2f & 92. 7 f. 3rd fl. Boy's-right… See more

#school #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Subway, 4025 E 106th St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
- comments: observed single service lids not inverted in front prep and beverage areas. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
- comments:… See more

#subway #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Barton Elementary School, 7650 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: 6-202. 15 : must repair or replace gap along bottom of pre-k 113 exit door.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-201. 13 : must repair or replace broken and… See more

#school #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Regulatory Report

Taco Bell Cantina Cantina, 1107 W Addison St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed ice machines locted in front serving station area not maintained. Observed interior of ice machines behind panel with excessive amount of black and brown mold like substance. Ice is being used for human… See more

#tacobell #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Regulatory Report

Uptown Deli, 4759 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: instructed not to use plastic soda crates or milk crates as a means of elevation throughout. Must use proper raised shelves 6" of the floor for easy access… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps
Suspected source: Culvers
Onset: Right away
Duration: other: Still happening
Sick: 2 people  | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cramps

#culvers #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Regulatory Report

Deleite Mexican food, 1658 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Feb 19, 2025
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: 2-102. 14(o) observed no employee health policy provided for inspector's review. Instructed to always provide an employee health policy at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-010.

25. Consumer… See more

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Report date: Feb 19, 2025
28. Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
- comments: observed improper storage of toxic substances in the basement. Observed multiple rat poison blocks stored on the floor of the basement. Management instructed that all rodent poison must be contained in a… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates