Public Health Foodborne Illness Investigation Leads to Nationwide Recall of Eggs Linked to Salmonella Illness

A foodborne illness investigation led by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, in collaboration with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), public health officials across different states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has resulted in a nationwide recall of eggs linked to a multi-state Salmonella outbreak.

The ongoing investigation at two Chubby Cattle restaurant locations—in Little Tokyo and Rowland Heights—identified a strong link between reported Salmonella illnesses and eggs distributed by Country Eggs, LLC.

To date, more than 95 confirmed cases of illness have been reported across 14 states, with people experiencing symptoms consistent with Salmonella infection, including fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.

As a result of the investigation findings, the implicated eggs are now subject to a voluntary nationwide recall. Consumers are urged to check if they have eggs in their home that meet the recall details below.

Recall Details:

· Country Eggs, LLC large brown cage free “sunshine yolks” or “omega-3 golden yolks” eggs

· Distributed from Jun 16, 2025, through July 9, 2025, in California and Nevada

· Eggs were packed in individual retail cartons bearing carton brand names:

o Nagatoshi Produce

o Misuho

o Nijiya Markets

· Code on carton: CA 7695

· Sell-by dates: July 1, 2025, through September 18, 2025

· The product was sold to grocery stores and food service distributors

· Eggs were also packed as large brown “sunshine yolks” or “omega-3 golden yolks” (1/15 DZ bulk) for foodservice with the same codes and sell by dates

What Consumers Should Do

· Don’t eat the recalled eggs

· Check packaging labels and discard any eggs that match the recall information or return them to the point of purchase

· Seek medical care if you experience symptoms of Salmonella after eating any recalled egg

· Always eat well-cooked eggs and use pasteurized milk or dairy products

About Salmonella

Salmonella, also called salmonellosis, is a bacterial infection often linked to raw or undercooked meat, poultry, eggs and unpasteurized milk and cheese products. Thisinfection can also spread through contact with people or animals that are sick with Salmonella. Foods that get contaminated with Salmonella usually come from animals (beef, poultry, raw milk, or eggs), but any food can become infected with Salmonella.

Symptoms include:

· Diarrhea (often watery, sometimes bloody)

· Abdominal cramps or pain

· Fever

· Nausea

· Vomiting

· Headache

· Body aches

The symptoms of Salmonella are mild in most people, but can be serious in infants, younger children, elderly, and persons with health problems. In rare cases, Salmonella infection can result in more severe illnesses such as arthritis, arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms) and endocarditis (inflammation of the heart’s muscles).

Most people will get better within five to seven days without treatment, unless the infection becomes severe. Some may need to drink more fluids, like water, broth, or electrolyte drinks, to stay hydrated during their illness.

Residents who believe they became sick from eating or drinking something can file a report using this link: https://redcap.link/foodcomplaint.Lab results are not needed to file a report.

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