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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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Potbelly Sandwich Works, 924 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 24, 2026
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-101. 19: **c** nonfood-contact surfaces observed soda crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the… See more

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Nathan Davis Elementary, 3014 W 39th Pl, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 24, 2026
5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: 2-501. 11: observed all necessary items not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to maintain on premises all necessary… See more

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Spencer Academy, 214 N Lavergne St, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 27, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hot water (63.9f) at washbowl in unisex washroom near janitor closet 108b, no hot water (70.3f) at washbowls in auditorium men and women washrooms. Instructed manager to provide at least… See more

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Lucky Groceries, 4200 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 27, 2026
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: 4-602. 11(b-e) observed interior of ice machine with some buildup. Instructed to clean and maintain.

36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: 4-204. 112(b) noted no ambient air thermometers in cold hold unit containing… See more

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Alfred Nobel Elementary, 4127 W Hirsch (1400n), Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 27, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: instructed to repair metering faucets at the handwashing sinks in the kitchen staff unisex washroom/girls washroom located on the first floor. The faucets shall provide a flow of water for at least… See more

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Toro Asian Buffet, 4616-4618 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 27, 2026
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods chicken, shrimp, rice, sushi, etc. ) without original city of chicago food service manager certificate on site. Noted… See more

#buffet #chicago #illinois #unitedstates #chicken #crab #rice #salmon #shrimp #sushi #mussels #friedchicken

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Howe Elem, 720 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 27, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink in kitchen. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.

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

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Great Expectations Learning Academy, 1146-1148 S California Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 24, 2026
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed improper temperatures tcs foods at the time of the inspection. Found three bowls of chicken noodle soup (52. 0-57. 0f), a bowl of chicken 57. 0f 15 1/2 gallons of milk found at temperatures… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates #chicken #noodle #soup #bowl #milk

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Burger King, 6400 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 24, 2026
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed some chipped paint on the wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves and maintain.… See more

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Fresh Way Market, 3240 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago •source chicago.gov • details

Report date: Apr 24, 2026
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed 1/4" gap at bottom of exit doors in rear storage area. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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