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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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El Barco Mariscos, North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 11, 2023
60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: observed the following repeat core violation not corrected from report #2573404 dated 3/29/2023: #58 'observed manager on duty without allergen training. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificate must complete food handler… See more

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La Palapa, 2000 W 34th St, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 11, 2023
9. No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
- comments: observed food handler touch ready to eat food: cilantro, onions and bread with their bare hands, said items were plated for customers to consume. Instructed… See more

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Rosa’s Tamales #4, 4619 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 13, 2023
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: rear door not protected. Approximately 1/4 inch gap at bottom and side of door. Instd to protect outer openings and have door tight fitting

43. In-use utensils: properly stored
- comments: styrofoam cups… See more

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Kipp Ascend Primary School, 1440 S Christiana St , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 13, 2023
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (milk, deli meat) must be on site at all times. (priority foundation 7-38-012)(no citation issued)… See more

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Tastebuds Bar & Grill, 7300 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 12, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no convenient and accessible handwashing sink for warewashing area consisting of 3 compartment sink and low temperature dish machine and dispensing area with a large steam table used to plate and… See more

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La Gondola Italian Restaurant, 2914 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 11, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: no hand washing sink located dishroom area. Must install a hand washing sink with hot and cold running water, properly draining. Soap and paper towels. Priority foundation violation:7-38-030(c)

10. Adequate handwashing sinks… See more

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Bucktown - Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, 1520 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 11, 2023
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed unused 'coca-cola' cooler in rear of facility. Instructed to remove from premises.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed build up of dust on vent and wall in… See more

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Roswell Mason Cpc, 4216 W 19th St , Chicago, Il, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 13, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hot running water at teachers/employee bathroom handwashing sink. Temperature of water was 74. 5f at the time of inspection. Instructed to have hot and cold running water at a minimum… See more

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Renaissance Realty Group, Inc, 1501 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 12, 2023
52. Sewage & waste water properly disposed
- comments: waste water with dirt and grease backing onto the kitchen floor. All floor drains are filled with such water. Unable to use handwashing, dishmachine, three compartment sink etc. Observed water by the walk-in… See more

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DIAMOND CLUB, N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

2 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Sep 12, 2023
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: we observed ice/food not protected. Interior of the ice machine upper water reservoir, ice bin, and all ice contact sides and interior of the machine with black and pink slime substance dripping down into… See more

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