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Eating food from White Castle can result in food poisoning. The restaurant chain recalled frozen sandwiches in 2019. Listeria is the most commonly reported diagnosis from White Castle, and diarrhea and nausea are the most commonly reported symptoms.
White Castle
Updated: February 26, 2021 5:02 PM
White Castle, 15902 Kedzie Avenue, Markham, IL, USA
Symptoms: Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
White Castle, 15902 Kedzie Avenue, Markham, IL, USA
February 26, 2021 5:02 PM
“Their cheese burger Friday 26, February See Less”
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White Castle, 7550 N Harlem Ave , Chicago, Il, USA
White Castle, 7550 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL, USA
February 23, 2021 9:01 AM
“Report date: Feb 17, 2021
3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: found no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010... See Moreno citation issued
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: found (2) handwashing sink water temperature of 128f/135f (through a mixing valve). Instructed manager a handwashing sink must provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination (a handwashing sink shall have a maximum hot water temperature of 120f through a mixing valve or combination). Instructed to fix. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (c) citation issued
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers (walk-in cooler/reach-in coolers).
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: instructed to repair/replace broken rubber gasket around 2 door reach-in freezer in prep/cooking area.
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: instructed to recaulk opening around/behind 3 compartment sink.
53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: toilet room receptacle must be covered inside women's washroom. Instructed to provide cover/lid.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: instructed to detail clean and maintain interior surfaces of floor drain underneath 3 compartment sink to prevent pest harborage.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: instructed to clean and maintain condenser fan cover with dust accumulation inside walk-in freezer and inside walk-in cooler.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: noted grease and dust build-up on ceiling, electrical lines and camera above prep/cooking area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: instructed to detail clean and maintain ceiling vent cover with dust accumulation above rear storage area.
56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: found inoperable mechanical ventilation inside men/women's washroom. Instructed to repair.
61. Summary report displayed and visible to the public
- comments: found no inspection summary report (03-12-2019) posted on premise. Instructed manager, a summary report must be displayed and visible to the public. Priority foundation violation 7-42-010 7-42-010 (b) no citation issued
Source: chicago.gov See Less”
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February 18, 2021 11:00 AM
“Not real sick but some discomfort for the last 3 or 4 days. Is this a problem. See Less”
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White Castle, Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, USA
Symptoms: Nausea
White Castle, Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, USA
February 17, 2021 11:05 PM
“Their sandwich and drink See Less”
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White Castle, Springfield Boulevard, Queens Village, NY, USA
Symptoms: Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Other
Stomach Pain
White Castle, Springfield Boulevard, Queens Village, NY, USA
February 16, 2021 5:06 PM
“Around 9pm I ordered mozzarella sticks, cheeseburgers clam strips and French fries. I ate the food around 930pm last night. Thai morning I woke up with severe stomach pain and vomited. In the vomit, was the onions from the cheeseburgers. I also have constant diarrhea and have been laying in the bed... See Moreall day due to stomach pain. My stomach is making weird sounds and is extremely painful. I feel like I am going to die. See Less”
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White Castle, Sibley Boulevard, Dolton, IL, USA
Symptoms: Nausea
Diarrhea
Cramps
Stomach Pain
White Castle, Sibley Boulevard, Dolton, IL, USA
February 12, 2021 5:51 PM
“Husband brought in ten pc mozzarella sticks and a double cheese burger with bacon soon I ate that I felt the need to lay down for a bit. I woke up stomach in my a** and cramping and now my bms are like water like pee. I just want to sleep stomach hurts so bad See Less”
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White Castle, Broadway, Newark, NJ, USA
Symptoms: Nausea
Vomiting
Other
Weakness
Dizziness
Sweating
Stomach Pain
White Castle, Broadway, Newark, NJ, USA
February 11, 2021 11:08 PM
“Order from DoorDash and my drink was missing. I woke up the next day extremely constipated, excruciating pain in my stomach and it’s like the food was going up in down in my stomach. It was stuck. I threw up a little of the onions. I was dizzy , weak , sweating profusely & couldn’t leave the toilet.... See MoreI ended up in the hospital with documentation. Still haven’t released but I’m much better now. Count your days. See Less”
Doctor Visit: Yes
Diagnosis: Hospital
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White Castle, Jericho Turnpike, Commack, NY, USA
Symptoms: Diarrhea
White Castle, Jericho Turnpike, Commack, NY, USA
January 25, 2021 12:06 PM
“I ate some burgers from there last night and now I feel extremely sick See Less”
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White Castle, South Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL, USA
Symptoms: Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Other
Dehydration
Gas
White Castle, South Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL, USA
January 19, 2021 9:44 AM
“bacon cheeseburger Ate at 11:30 am. Got door dash to my work. Symptoms started about an hour later....full feeling, gassy, extreme thirst See Less”
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White Castle, 3901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL, USA
White Castle, 3901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL, USA
January 12, 2021 9:01 AM
“Report date: Jan 7, 2021
8. Hands clean & properly washed
- comments: observed poor hygienic practices by cashier who is also the food handlers/cook. Observed male and female employees having on plastic gloves on and rining the register,,handling money and credit cards then making food with same... See Moregloves placing ready to eat foods into cardboard boxes and so on without washing hands after every possible contamination. Also. Observed them removing gloves and pumping sanitizer into hands and then putting on gloves after the same procedure. Instructed to wash hands after every possible contamination/task. (priority 7-38-010)(citation issued)
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed hand washing sinks water temperature at rear prep area sink at 73. 9f,staff toilet room at 50. 0f and customers at 49. 3f. Must have a minimum of 100. 0f for hand washing. Must provide and maintain. (priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no hand washing sink on front prep/serving area. Must install a hand sink for hand washing with hot and cold running water. (priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed improper temperature of appx. 20lbs. Fully cooked sloppy joe at 59. 3f-60. 1f inside of prep cooler. Product was discarded by manager. Must have cold holding foods at 41. 0f or below. Appx. 20lbs. $43. (cos)(7-38-005)(citation issued)
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed evidence of appx. 8-10 live small flies flying around prep/dish washing area and toilet rooms. Appx. 30 or more mice droppings in lower cabinet at soda machine in dining area. Must remove droppings. Clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 1/7/2021. (priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed broken door sweep on east lobby door. Must make tight fitting.
46. Gloves used properly
- comments: observed food handlers changing gloves but not washing hands after different task.
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: must repair or replace worn door gaskets on walk in cooler and freezer.
49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: must clean excessive grease and food debris build up interior and exterior of all equipment,reach in coolers and freezers,shelving units,soda machines,grills,counter tops,wheel bases,fryer cabinets and wheel bases,mop sink basin. Walk in cooler & freezer pallets.
53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: must provide a garbage can with lid for toilet rooms.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean debris build up from walls in prep and dish washing area.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must repair or replace stained ceiling tiles & loose wall bases in dining area,damaged wall bases near hot water tank.
55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on floor along wall bases throughout premises including walk in cooler and freezer.
56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: must replace burntout light in walk in cooler.
Source: chicago.gov See Less”
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Symptoms: Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach Pain
Gas
7-Eleven, 345 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
February 6, 2021 5:27 AM
“Every time I eat from there, The already made wings, hot chips, and plastic bottle of new water I’ve never had....
Soon as I ate the wings FIRST, stomach hurts bad and gas.
Hot chips, I ate and had bad hurtful diarrhea and red.
I always eat hot chips since a kid. Never issues. I am internally hea... See Morelthy and not sensitive . I had the chicken sandwich as well, 1 bite , it was horrible and felt nausea.
Something is not right. I NEVER have these issues , even eating unhealthy foods. Never THIS. It’s been hours and I’m still in pain. I feel they should get sued or take the food from there . Food is out of date and not right. This is the 2nd time and I thought it was ME. I still have the food next to me right now. See Less”
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Sushi, K&B Sushi, Millcreek Drive, Mississauga, ON, Canada
Symptoms: Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
K&B Sushi, Millcreek Drive, Mississauga, ON, Canada
February 15, 2021 11:12 PM
“I Just ordered sushi five hours ago. I was in the bath and my stomach started wrenching. I jumped out of my bath straight to the toilet, vomiting and diarrhea instantly. Now I feel slightly better hopefully that’s the end of it, but my stomach is still in knots... See Less”
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Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews, 14551 West McDowell Road, Goodyear, AZ, USA
Symptoms: Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Other
Bloody Stool
Headache
Sweating
Gas
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews, 14551 West McDowell Road, Goodyear, AZ, USA
January 28, 2021 5:34 PM
“I had a hamburger, onion rings and rasp shake Husband and I ate at approx 5:00 on Tuesday night and at 8 I felt sick and by 8:30 I was in the bathroom. My husband did not get sick. I was violently ill with diarrhea and vomiting for 30-45 minutes while drenched in sweat and freezing to death. The las... See Moret 2 days I’ve experienced mild headache, brain fog and rolling gassy stomach and guts along with blood in my stool. See Less”
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Public Health Alert for Raw Ground Beef due to possible E. Coli O157:H7
Sandwich, Illinois, USA
February 2, 2021 6:00 AM
“The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert because raw beef product produced by Greater Omaha Packing Co. Inc., an Omaha, Neb. establishment, may be contaminated with E. coli. O157:H7. A recall was not requested because the affecte... See Mored product is no longer available for purchase.
FSIS is concerned that some ground beef products may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products should not consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
The raw beef item was produced by Greater Omaha Packing Co. Inc. on January 14, 2021, further processed into ground beef and sold by Art’s Food Market located in Sandwich, Illinois. The following product is subject to the public health alert:
- 2-lb (approximately) trays containing raw ground beef labeled with a retail label with “PACKED” dates ranging from JAN 28 2021 through JAN 31 2021.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
E. coli O157:H7 is a potentially deadly bacterium that can cause dehydration, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps 2–8 days (3–4 days, on average) after exposure the organism. FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume raw ground beef product that has been cooked to a temperature of 160°F.
For more info: fsis.usda.gov See Less”
Doctor Visit: Yes
Diagnosis: E. Coli
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February 15, 2021 2:02 PM
“Got food ordered from there by uber eats. See Less”
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Avocado, Meijer, South Wheeling Street, Oregon, OH, USA
Symptoms: Diarrhea
Vomiting
Stomach Pain
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February 1, 2021 9:28 AM
“Had avocado toast yesterday and my stomach hurt for several hours after. I didn’t link it to the avocado so I had it again today and immediately had severe stomach pains and vomiting and diarrhea. They were Del Monte Quality Haas Avocados 4 count. See Less”
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In-N-Out Burger, Jordan Landing Boulevard, West Jordan, UT, USA
Symptoms: Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
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February 23, 2021 4:39 PM
“Their burger I ordered a single animal style and a Dr Pepper along with 3 other meals at around 6:00pm. Around 10:30pm that night I started vomiting and diarrhea. The other 3 started having symptoms around 12:30-1:00am on 2/22
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Domino's Pizza, Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY, USA
Symptoms: Diarrhea
Nausea
Other
Cramps
Chills
Domino's Pizza, Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY, USA
February 21, 2021 7:17 PM
“Ate their pepperoni pizza last night. Awakened this morning, chills, diarrhea, stomach cramping, and abdominal pain. I’m the only one who ate pepperoni pizza and the only one to get sick. Symptoms started about 4 hours after eating the pizza and is continuously present now.
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Walmart Supercenter, North Church Street, Thomaston, GA, USA
Symptoms: Nausea
Diarrhea
Other
Walmart Supercenter, North Church Street, Thomaston, GA, USA
February 3, 2021 6:42 PM
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