Chicago's Warmer Weather = Higher Food Poisoning Risk

Panko Alerts · April 26, 2026

As Chicago temps hit the 60s and 70s this April, bacteria in food grows much faster than it did all winter. If your restaurant meal sits out longer than usual or feels lukewarm when it should be hot, send it back - warmer spring weather means food poisoning bugs like Salmonella multiply quickly in the danger zone between 40-140°F. Trust your gut if something doesn't seem fresh, especially at outdoor patios and food trucks.

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Source: Panko Alerts