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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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McDonald's, 1831 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 14, 2022
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: noted insufficient hot water at the washbowl in the women's washroom. Maximum hot water temperature at 97. 1f at an automatic faucet with no hot or cold handle controls. Must provide a… See more

#mcdonalds #chicago #illinois #unitedstates #bowl #roll #cooks #chi-chis

Regulatory Report

Joe’s Club Cash & Carry, W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 14, 2022
13. Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
- comments: observed a package of peanuts on the storage shelf near the front door gnawed on and contaminated by rodents. Management voluntarily discarded the affected product. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

38. Insects,… See more

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

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7-Eleven, 3700 North Broadway, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 13, 2022
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site during the inspection while the temperature control for safety foods (chicken) has been prepared and served. Instructed a city of chicago certified… See more

#7eleven #chicago #illinois #unitedstates #cheese #chicken #chili #chi-chis

Report date: Dec 12, 2022
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-101. 19 the 3 door freezer has exposed insulation inside of the doors. Must cover with a cleanable surface.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: 4-602. 13… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

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Nuevo Amanecer Kids Boutique, W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 13, 2022
5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: found no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and maintain required procedure/plan and appropriate supplies or kit. Necessary items at a minimum: gloves, face masks, disposable… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Report date: Dec 12, 2022
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: instructed to provide handwashing signage at all handsinks (prep areas,dishwashing area,washroom).

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed evidence of pest activity. Approx: 30 live small flies on walls… See more

#rodents #chicago #illinois #unitedstates #cooks

Regulatory Report

Mariano’s, 5353 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 12, 2022
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: instructed to provide thermometer visible inside prep cooler in coffee (vero) prep area.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: instructed to detail clean and maintain storage shelves and racks inside dairy display cooler with… See more

#marianos #chicago #illinois #unitedstates #coffee #corn #juice #salad #meat #cooks

Regulatory Report

La Michoacana Chicago, N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 13, 2022
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: observed no person in charge with a city of chicago certificate. Instructed to have a certified food manager with the city of chicago certificate on site at all times.

2.… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates #corn #cream #crust #fruit #icecream #juice #shake #nacho #milk #cooks #chi-chis #yogurt

Regulatory Report

McDonald's, 4038 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago source chicago.gov details

Report date: Dec 12, 2022
54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: observed some boxes on ground surrounding oustide garbage dumpster area. Instructed the person in charge to ensure that outside refuse area is kept free of unnecessary items.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained… See more

#mcdonalds #chicago #illinois #unitedstates

Report date: Dec 9, 2022
48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: observed no chemical test kit for checking sanitizing solution p. P. M. 's at the dishwashing 3-compartment sink. Must provide and maintain at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005,citation issued.

50.… See more

#chicago #illinois #unitedstates