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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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Pear Chef, 170 W Washington St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 18, 2024
40. Personal cleanliness
- comments: all employees working in rear food prep area must wear hair restraints.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: must repair damaged/missing gaskets on the inside of two door cooler… See more

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175   Comments Comment
The meal was eaten on 11/21 around 11:30AM I think a potbellies sandwich I started to feel symptoms around 8PM on 11/21 and vomited throughout the night. Finally (hopefully) stopped vomiting as of noon on 11/22  | Symptoms: Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea

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Regulatory Report

Little Caesars Pizza, 5640 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 20, 2024
57. All food employees have food handler training
- comments: 2-102. 13 no food handler training certificates on site. Instructed to obtain and maintain on-site for review for new staff

Source: chicago.gov

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Franconello's, 10222 S Western Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 20, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: front door not rodent proofed instructed to correct and maintain.

41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
- comments: all wiping cloths must be stored in a sanitizing solution when not in use.… See more

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Cafe Restaurant Art, 4658 N Rockwell St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 19, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed gap opening approx:1/4'inch on bottom of rear exit door on the south side wood fire log storage room. Instructed to make door tight fitting to prevent pest entry and maintain

51. Plumbing… See more

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Regulatory Report

Pizza Friendly Pizza, 1039 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 19, 2024
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed debris build up in freezer of main prep area. Instructed manager to clean. Observed calcium buildup on interior of ice machine. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
-… See more

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Regulatory Report

WOW Pizzeria, 5335 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 19, 2024
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: instructed to remove dead insects/roaches on top of unused dishmachine in rear area.

47. Food & non-food contact… See more

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Croatian Cultural Center Chicago, 2845 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 19, 2024
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: person in charge at the time of inspection does not have a city of chicago sanitation certificate. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued -

2. City of chicago food service… See more

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Regulatory Report

Luciano's Grocery Store, W 18th St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Nov 19, 2024
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: 2-102. 14 no person in charge on site during time of inspection. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: 2-102. 11 no… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Report date: Nov 18, 2024
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: we observed milk stored at opened cooler at improper temperature: (7) 1/2 gallons of whole milk a temp of:48. 9f; (9) 1/2 gallon 2% at temp of 45. 8f; (3) 1/2 of chocolate milk at… See more

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