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City Foods, Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Pastrami and Corned Beef Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination

City Foods, Inc. Ready-To-Eat Pastrami and Corned Beef… was recalled on August 8, 2026 in cooperation with the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service because product Contamination. Editor’s Note: August 13, 2026 – This release has been revised to reflect the correct Midamar product label, the…

Is my unit affected?

10-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2- to 5-lb. pieces of “Midamar Premium Beef Pastrami” with case code “19410” printed on the box label.; Various weight 20- to 30-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2-3 pieces of “BEA’S BEST COOKED CORNED BEEF BRISKET” with case code “18919” printed on the box label.; Various weight 20- to 30-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2-3 pieces of “KIRSCH DELICATESSEN STYLE COOKED CORNED BEEF BRISKET” with case code “19751” printed on the box label.

Model, lot & date codes to check

10-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2- to 5-lb. pieces of “Midamar Premium Beef Pastrami” with case code “19410” printed on the box label.; Various weight 20- to 30-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2-3 pieces of “BEA’S BEST COOKED CORNED BEEF BRISKET” with case code “18919” printed on the box label.; Various weight 20- to 30-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2-3 pieces of “KIRSCH DELICATESSEN STYLE COOKED CORNED BEEF BRISKET” with case code “19751” printed on the box label.

Where it was sold: Nationwide

Compare the codes above against the label on your product — usually on the bottom, the back panel, or the packaging. If your unit isn't listed, it is not part of this recall.

What's the hazard?

Product Contamination. Editor’s Note: August 13, 2026 – This release has been revised to reflect the correct Midamar product label, the accurate number of pieces contained in each box, and item number reflected on the label. The correct amount per box is four 2.5-lb. pieces, replacing the incorrect amount of 2- to 5-lb. pieces. WASHINGTON, Aug. 8, 2026 – City Foods, Inc., a Chicago, Ill., establishment, is recalling app

Class I is the most serious FDA recall level: using or being exposed to the product could cause serious health problems or death.

Your remedy & how to claim it

Do not consume the product. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase. Contact the establishment with questions.

Contact: Company Contact City Foods, Inc. Brian Sanchez, Office Manager 773-523-1566 brian@beasbest.com

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