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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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White Castle 53, 1400 W 79th St, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: May 1, 2026
43. In-use utensils: properly stored
- comments: observed ice scoops laying inside ice bin on top of ice. Instructed manager to properly store ice scoop to prevent possible contamination

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: must clean the interior and exterior… See more

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Huck Finn, 6650 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 30, 2026
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed bulk food container with no label stating common name of ingredient. Instructed person in charge to label all bulk ingredients not in original container.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments:… See more

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Pacheco's Tacos Restaurant Llc, 7301 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 30, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hand-washing sign in restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide handwashing signage at all handsinks and maintain.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed approximately 60 mouse… See more

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Paco's Tacos 2, 6034 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 29, 2026
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed back wall inside walk in cooler with rust spots. Instructed person in charge to repair to be smooth and easily cleanable.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed… See more

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Cloudkitchens, 840-850 W Superior St, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 30, 2026
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed ice machine with a build-up of black and pink slime substance over ice cubes stored below in the ice bin. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to remove and discard ice then… See more

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Central Park Fresh Market, 3552 W Grand Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 30, 2026
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: 3-302. 12---observed bulk containers in rear kitchen prep areas without a label. Instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item (salt, sugar, flour etc).

38. Insects, rodents, &… See more

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Don Pepe Carnes En Su Jugo, 3616 W 26th St, Chicago, IL, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 30, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed handwashing sinks not accessible for handwashing. Observed large container inside front handwashing sink and cleaning equipment inside basement handwashing sink. Observed hose connected to faucet of basement handwashing sink. Instructed manager… See more

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Bp, 520 S California Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 30, 2026
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed employee improperly washing dishes. Found three compartment sink not set up while employee wash dishes (metal containers). Instructed manager to provide to properly set up three compartment sink for wash, rinse, and sanitizing.… See more

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Foxglove Coffee, 2059 W 21st St, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 30, 2026
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: no assigned pic on site during inspection

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: 2-101.11 observed no city of chicago food service sanitation manager on site while… See more

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Ramirez Fast Food, 1521 W Grand Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

1 month ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 29, 2026
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach in coolers/freezers and display coolers. Instructed to provide.

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed food stored in containers in all the prep areas without… See more

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