14 Sickened in Salmonella Outbreak at Aladdin Café

A salmonella outbreak linked to Aladdin Mediterranean Café in San Diego's Clairemont neighborhood resulted in 14 confirmed and probable cases among people aged 18 to 79, with five requiring hospitalization. The restaurant voluntarily closed while county health officials conducted an investigation, including testing and staff interviews. No definitive source of the outbreak has been identified, and the restaurant will only reopen when officials confirm there is no ongoing public risk. Salmonellosis symptoms—such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever—typically appear 12 to 72 hours after exposure and usually last 4 to 7 days, with most people recovering without treatment. High-risk groups include young children, older adults, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems. As of late April 2025, there have been 184 salmonellosis cases in San Diego County, following 753 cases in 2024 and similar numbers in prior years.