San Diego County currently tracks 14 confirmed salmonellosis cases linked to Aladdin Mediterranean Café on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (“salmonella outbreak Clairemont”). The outbreak has caused five hospitalizations among diners aged 18–79 who ate at the restaurant April 25–26, 2025. County Public Health Services (PHS) and Environmental Health & Quality (EHQ) confirmed the cluster April 28 and quickly launched an investigation. The restaurant voluntarily closed April 29, posting a notice about a “water heater issue.” “I wish they’d be honest,” said the daughter of one 79-year-old patron hospitalized for three days at Scripps after consuming chicken (“Aladdin Mediterranean foodborne illness”). Her … Continue reading Salmonella Outbreak at Aladdin Café Sends 5 to Hospital, Affects 14 with 36% Hospitalization Rate