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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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Chicago, Illinois, United States

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La Mejikana, 1820 S Ashland Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 12, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: found no handwashing signage at handwashing sink located at front bar. Must provide.

25. Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
- comments: observed steak and ceviche on menu said items can be… See more

#undercooked #raw #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Z Halal Chicago Wraps, 2739 W Devon Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 11, 2023
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed voided photo copy of the city of chicago food service manager certificate posted on the wall in the rear prep area. Informed the person in charge that an original city of… See more

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

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Shadaab Restaurant, 2309-2311 W Devon Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 11, 2023
35. Approved thawing methods used
- comments: observed facility not meeting thawing requirements. Food handler thawing frozen chicken in two-compartment prep sink sitting in stagnant water. Informed the person in charge of proper thawing methods ( must utilize running water with enough… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Racine Plumbing, 2642 N Lincoln Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 12, 2023
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: some areas inside the ice machine bin in need of cleaning.

25. Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
- comments: the menu does not disclose and inform consumers of the specific menu items, such… See more

#undercooked #raw #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Ravenswood Community Daycare, 4908 N Damen Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 11, 2023
48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: observed no irreversible registering thermometer or indicator for measuring surface temperature of dishes in the hot water dish machine; facility only had test strips which indicate if water reached 180 f.… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Diarrhea, Stomach Pain, Cramps
Suspected source: Pepperoni and extra cheese pizza
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: Less than 4 hours
Sick: Me  | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Stomach Pain, Cramps

#subway #chicago #illinois #unitedstates #cheese #pepperoni #pizza #cheesepizza

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Eddy's Food Mart, 3661 W Ogden Ave , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 8, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed exposed hand washing sink in prep/dish area rendered inaccessible by pots and container being placed inside it. Instructed to maintain all exposed hand washing sinks open and accessible for hand washing.… See more

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

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YY Hot Pot, West 18th Street, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 8, 2023
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: 3-302. 12: **c** food storage containers identified with common name of food found bulk food containers located in food prep without label. Instructed to provide.

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

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

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Chicago Smoke Kitchen, 2300 S Throop St, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 8, 2023
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: found 2 out of 3 built in stoppers at the 3 comp sink inoperable, said stopper unable to hold water. Must repair and maintain.

Source: chicago.gov

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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