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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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Typica Cafe Corp, 2034 W Division St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 12, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hand-washing sinks in the food prep area of the facility. By the manager statement the sinks are removed. Instructed manager to install back hand-washing sinks. The manager had the technician… See more

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Wendy's, 9843 S Western Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 12, 2024
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: storage shelves in walk in freezer in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up of food spill. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

49. Non-food/food contact… See more

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Brightwok Kitchen and Catering, 631 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 12, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed handwashing sink in the rear warewashing area covered by plastic wrap with drain plumbing disconnected and inaccessible by employees for handwashing. Instructed to remove plastic wrap and reconnect drain plumbing in… See more

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Woodie's Flat, 1535 N Wells St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 9, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing signage at handwashing sink near cookline and dishwashing area. Instructed to post handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and… See more

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El Tarasco, 4358 W 51st St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 9, 2024
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed clay/ceramic cups on premises with no documentation nor stamp maintaining them to be lead-free. Instructed person in charge to remove from premises or provide documentation.

55. Physical… See more

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Fairplay, 4640 S Halsted St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 12, 2024
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: noted internal temperatures of the following time/temperature control for safety food items inside the food display cooler to be improper: shrimp 48. 2 f, fish 49. 5 f, and chicken at 45. 6 f in… See more

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Report date: Aug 9, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no paper towels at the hand sink in the prep area. Informed person in charge that paper towels must be available at hand sinks at all times. The food handler obtained… See more

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Sunrise Cafe Restaurant, 2012 W Chicago Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 9, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed 4 live roaches throughout the facility, including in the men's toilet room, near the 3-compartment sink, and the prep area. Instructed manager to service all areas affected by pests. Priority foundation violation… See more

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51st Quick Mart & Cellular, 51 E 51st St , Chicago, Il, USA

1 year ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Aug 9, 2024
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate

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

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