Food Safety and Foodborne Illness Complaints

Foodborne illness, (also called food poisoning) is caused by eating and drinking contaminated foods or beverages. Foodborne illness is a common and a costly public health problem.

Notify us about a foodborne illness or a food safety concern

Washington State Department of Health has launched a Foodborne Illness Notification System (FINS). You can use FINS to let us know about confirmed or suspected food poisoning or food safety concerns about a restaurant or place that serves food in Washington State. Report a food complaint here.