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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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St John Berchmans, 2511 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 20, 2026
54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: observed outside receptacle overflowing with black trash bags during time of inspection, with lids wide open. Instructed to provide tight-fitted lids on said receptacles and maintain to prevent pest harborage. Priority foundation… 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 20, 2026
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: observed no written employee health policy on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy and maintain with verifiable signed copies on site for all food employees… See more

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Chalmers Elementary, 2745 W Roosevelt Rd (1200s), Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 20, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing cleanser in the girls bathroom across from the kitchen. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued cps

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Melody Cpc, 3905 W Wilcox St (132s), Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 20, 2026
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed over 30 mice droppings scattered on floor along walls behind shelving and refrigerator in teachers lounge, inside cabinet under sink in parent room. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean… See more

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Melody Stem Elementary, 3937 W Wilcox St (132s), Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 20, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed timed faucets not functioning properly in kindergarten washrooms. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.

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

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Mac Arthur's, 5412 W Madison St, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 20, 2026
6. Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
- comments: observed open cup of beverage on prep table. Instructed manager to provide closed lid containers for employee beverages.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing sign… See more

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Nayo's African Cuisines, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 17, 2026
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: found bulk food containers with no labels. (flour, sugar,etc. )must label.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: found exterior water filter cover at dishwashing area made of raw wood. Must paint/seal.

Source: chicago.gov

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Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, 3555 W Addison St, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 17, 2026
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing signs or posters near hand washing sinks in front bar area and inside washrooms. Must provide hand washing signs or posters and maintain at all times.

40. Personal cleanliness… See more

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Naz's Halal Food, 907 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 17, 2026
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed a 1/4" gap on sides and bottom of the rear exit door. Must provide a tight fitting seal at all outer openings to prevent the entry of pests.

47. Food & non-food… See more

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Slice Factory, 1546 W 35th St, Chicago, Il, USA

2 months ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Apr 17, 2026
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: no food measuring devices, no probe thermometer. Instructed to obtain, priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

43. In-use utensils: properly stored
- comments: keeping ice cream scoop in a bowl of standing water at room temperature, instructed… See more

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