Outbreak Summary
OFT Law is investigating a rapidly growing outbreak of Salmonella Javiana in Minnesota. State health officials have identified at least 110 confirmed cases linked to contaminated jalapeño peppers served at Mexican-style restaurants across the state, including multiple Chipotle locations.
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and the FDA are actively conducting a supply chain investigation. While health officials note that case counts are expected to rise as additional testing is completed, Chipotle has reportedly pulled and replaced affected lots of jalapeños across its Minnesota locations.
If you have tested positive for Salmonella after eating food with jalapeños, we can help. Please contact us using the form above, or give us a call at 888-828-7087.
More Details
Pathogen: Salmonella Javiana
Contaminated Item: Fresh jalapeños
Confirmed Cases: 110 cases in Minnesota (nationwide investigations into related produce lots are ongoing)
Exposure Window: Illnesses reported after eating at affected restaurants between June 14 and July 14, 2026.
Impacted Restaurants: Out of 84 sickened individuals interviewed by health investigators, roughly 75% reported dining at a Chipotle restaurant, with the remainder reporting meals at other local Mexican-style restaurants.
Salmonella infections typically develop 12 to 72 hours after consuming contaminated food. Symptoms include:
Severe or watery diarrhea
Severe abdominal cramps
Fever and chills
Nausea and vomiting
While most people recover within 4 to 7 days without medical treatment, severe cases can require hospitalization. Children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals are at a significantly higher risk for serious complications.
If you ate at a Chipotle or another Mexican restaurant in Minnesota between mid-June and mid-July 2026 and experienced symptoms of food poisoning:
Seek Medical Care: Ask your healthcare provider for a specific stool culture test to confirm a Salmonella infection.
Report Your Illness: Notify your local or state health department to assist with their ongoing outbreak tracking.
Preserve Evidence: Keep your receipts, order confirmations (such as app delivery records), and medical records.
Consult a Food Safety Lawyer: Contact OFT Law for a free case evaluation.
If you contracted Salmonella Javiana from contaminated restaurant food, you have legal rights. OFT Law is a national leader in food safety litigation based right here in Minneapolis. Our attorneys have recovered millions of dollars for victims of restaurant-related outbreaks, securing compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.