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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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Report date: Aug 8, 2024
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed improper temperature of tcs food: milk from 45. 6f and hot dogs 46. 0f. The manager discarded and denatured 1 gallon of milk and 2lbs of hot dogs at approximately $15. 00 value. Must… See more

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Dollar Tree, Ashland Avenue, South Side, Chicago, IL, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 8, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed evidence of appx. 125 or more mice droppings on display shelves with chips,candy,baking pans,balloons and air gas,cashier booths,school supplies,rear storage area in between pallets and u-boats,on floor under most display shelves on… See more

#rodents #mice #rats #dollartree #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Mon Lung Chop Suey, 1009 N Ashland Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 8, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed approx. 30 rat droppings on the floor of the basement corner across from the staircase. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate… See more

#rodents #mice #rats #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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J J Fish & Chicken, 3948 W Cermak Rd , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 8, 2024
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed large bins used to store raw and cooked chicken/fish with excessive amounts of dried buildup on food contact surfaces. Instructed to clean and mkaintain in between uses.

23. Proper date marking and disposition… See more

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Alegria's Seafood, 1024 N Ashland Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 8, 2024
5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: observed no clean-up supplies on the premises to respond to a vomit or diarrheal event. Management instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

36. Thermometers provided & accurate
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Report date: Aug 7, 2024
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: no city of chicago certified food service manager or valid documentation on the premises and tcs foods (deli meats,raw meats) are being handled and served to customers. Instructed person-in-charge that a city… See more

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Taquizas Don Rafa 2, 3857 W 26th St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 7, 2024
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed the following cold-held tcs foods found at improper temperatures during the time of inspection, all stored in multiple cooling units on the premise. . . They are as follows, approximatley 4 lbs macaroni salad… See more

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Etta, 1840-1842 W North Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 7, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed more than 20 small flies throughout the facility, including in the downstairs kitchen, upstairs kitchen, downstairs bar, and upstairs bar. Instructed manager to service all areas affected by pests. Priority foundation violation… See more

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El Nopal, 3648 W 26th St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 7, 2024
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods without original city of chicago food service manager and certificate on site. Informed person in charge of city… See more

#rodents #mice #rats #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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New Grand Chinese Kitchen, 5401 S Wentworth Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 7, 2024
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-202. 16 observed rusted storage racks in the walk-in cooler; surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed to repair and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained &… See more

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