Update on Outbreak Investigation of Listeria monocytogenes: Ready-to-Eat Foods
The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, announced in a press release that they investigated illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to recalled Ready-to-Eat (RTE) foods, or products that do not need additional cooking, produced by Fresh & Ready Foods, LLC of San Fernando, CA.
The recalled products were identified by the “Use By” dates from 4/22/2025 to 5/19/2025 and include the following brand names:
- Fresh & Ready Foods
- City Point Market Fresh Food to Go
- Fresh Take Crave Away
These products are no longer available for sale in stores.
CDC announced that the outbreak is over. CDC reports a total of 10 illnesses in two states. There has been a total of 10 hospitalizations and one death attributed to listeriosis.
FDA is working with Fresh & Ready Foods on corrective and preventive actions.
FDA’s outbreak investigation is complete.
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