Report a food safety concern

Please use this online form to report a food safety concern. There are two types of concerns you can report using this form.


A. Food poisoning or a foodborne illness

  • Use this form to file a report if you believe that you became sick from eating or drinking something.
  • Use this form to report food establishments in Multnomah County only.
  • We will respond to all reports received after hours or on the weekend on the following business day.


B. Food handling or other unsafe conditions

  • Use this form to report unsafe food handling seen at a restaurant or food cart in Multnomah County.
  • This form can also be used to report unsafe conditions at a:
  • Hotel or motel
  • Pool or spa
  • Other licensed facility we inspect
  • You can also use this form to submit questions or comments for us.


Reporting options. You can also report a concern with food handling or food poisoning by:

  • Phone -- 503-988-3400
  • Email -- foodsafety@multco.us.


Please note: If you want to report an unsafe food handling practice at a grocery store or mini-mart, please contact the Oregon Department of Agriculture.