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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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California Terrace, 2829 S California Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 17, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: 6-301. 14 observed no hand washing sign in the employee toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: 6-501. 111 observed evidence of pest activity on… See more

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Carniceria Maribel, 1801 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 17, 2024
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: 4-602. 11(b-e) observed the interior of the ice machine with a brownish substance located by the ice maker. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

45. Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
- comments: 4-502. 13… See more

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The Exchange, 71 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 16, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: found front prep handwashing sink water temperature at 75f. Also noted 1 out of 3 hand washing sinks water temperature located in rear prep at 73f and another sink without running water… See more

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Clark, 1200 W 111th St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 16, 2024
41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
- comments: all wiping cloths must be in a clean sanitizing solution when not in use. Instructed to correct and maintain

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

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Dunkin', 207 W 79th St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 16, 2024
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-012)

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no certified food manager… See more

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Report date: Oct 16, 2024
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: must clean dust build up from all class rooms cubbies, shelving units,indoor play area window sills.

50. Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
- comments: observed no hot running water under city pressure on… See more

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Regulatory Report

Harry's Cafe, East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 16, 2024
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed high temperature warewashing machine not meeting hot water sanitizer requirements of at least 180f for thr final rinse temperature. Instructed not to use unit until reinspected by chicago department of health (cdph). Tagged… See more

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Nicky's of Beverly, 10500 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 16, 2024
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: any cutting boards with deep cuts or dark spots are in need of replacing. Instructed to correct and maintain.

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

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Gallery Cafe, West North Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 16, 2024
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site upon arrival while tcs foods were prepared and served. The certified food manager arrived on site approximately 1 hour after the inspection… See more

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Gangnam Market, 1001 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Oct 16, 2024
59. Previous priority foundation violation corrected
- comments: 8-404. 13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violation from report #2604310 on 10/8/24 not corrected: 38 - observed approx. 40 live small flying insects and 3 house flies on the walls and ceilings in the warehouse… See more

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