Table of contents
- Latest Salad and Go Lawsuit Updates
- October 16, 2026: Bankruptcy Court Approves Brand Sale
- October 14, 2026: Judge Approves Sale of 22 Arizona Stores
- August 5, 2026: Salad and Go Files for Chapter 11
- July 11, 2025: FDA Classifies the Recall as Class I
- May 27, 2025: Salad and Go Begins a Voluntary Recall
- What Is Listeria?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Reported Injuries or Damages
- Recall and Regulatory Background
- Evidence to Preserve
- Filing Deadlines
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Salad and Go Going to Reopen?
- What Does a Class I Recall Mean?
- What Does the Research Say About Listeria?
- What Are Listeria Symptoms?
- Can I Still File a Claim Against Salad and Go After Bankruptcy?
- Is Salad and Go Linked to the Cyclospora Outbreak?
Salad and Go recalled eight vegetable products in May 2025 over possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The products went to stores in Arizona and Nevada. The FDA rated the recall Class I, its highest risk level.
No lawsuit has been filed over the recall. The company said no illnesses have been confirmed. In August 2026, the chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed all 70 stores. The recall covered at least 7,215 pounds of produce.
The recalled items include shredded red cabbage, diced red onion, sliced cucumber and five other vegetable products. If you ate the recalled vegetables and feel sick, see a healthcare provider.
Latest Salad and Go Lawsuit Updates
October 16, 2026: Bankruptcy Court Approves Brand Sale
A bankruptcy court approved the sale of more than 30 former Salad and Go units and the brand’s intellectual property to several buyers for nearly $16 million in total, Restaurant Dive reported [1].
The buyers of the intellectual property include Hospitality First Concepts co-founders and co-founder and chef Daniel Patino. The new owners plan to reopen Arizona locations first.
October 14, 2026: Judge Approves Sale of 22 Arizona Stores
A bankruptcy judge approved the sale of 22 more Arizona Salad and Go stores, KTAR reported [2]. The purchase of 36 Arizona locations by 7 Brew was set to close October 27.
KTAR also reported that the group that bought the Salad and Go name, trademarks and recipes plans to offer franchises nationwide.
August 5, 2026: Salad and Go Files for Chapter 11
Salad and Go filed for Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. It permanently closed all 70 stores, Restaurant Dive reported [3].
The company cited sustained pressure on consumer demand, past strategic growth challenges and rising costs. It is now selling its stores and brand through the bankruptcy court.
July 11, 2025: FDA Classifies the Recall as Class I
The FDA classified the Salad and Go vegetable recall as Class I on July 11, 2025, Newsweek reported [4]. The rating is not a finding that anyone was hurt. The recall is listed as completed.
May 27, 2025: Salad and Go Begins a Voluntary Recall
And Go Concepts LLC, a Texas company doing business as Salad and Go, began a voluntary recall of eight vegetable products on May 27, 2025.
The reason was potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, The Healthy reported [5]. The recall affected at least 7,215 pounds of produce, according to the same report.
What Is Listeria?
According to the CDC, people get a Listeria infection by eating food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. Some groups of people can become very sick [6].
According to the FDA, L. monocytogenes is found in soil, water, sewage, rotting vegetation and animals. It can survive and grow even under refrigeration. The Salad and Go recall named this bacteria [7].
Who May Be Affected?
People who ate Salad and Go vegetable items in Arizona or Nevada around the May 27, 2025 recall may be affected. The recalled items were:
- Shredded red cabbage
- Diced red onion
- Sliced cucumber
- Chopped red bell pepper
- Shredded carrot
- Grape tomato
- Cooked breakfast potato
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
The items carried product codes 2514111, 2514111B, 2514211, 2514211B or 2514311. The FDA names pregnant women and their unborn or newborn baby, adults over 65 and people with weakened immune systems as high-risk groups.
Whether a person qualifies for any claim depends on individual facts. It needs a legal review of those facts, and no result is promised.
Reported Injuries or Damages
No illnesses have been confirmed. The company said, “To date, there have been no confirmed illnesses stemming from this incident.” That is a company statement. It is not an FDA finding.
The FDA says invasive listeriosis may cause headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. In pregnancy, it can cause miscarriage, stillbirth or premature delivery. It can also cause a life-threatening infection in the newborn.
The FDA calls it a potentially life-threatening event, especially for newborns, older adults and people with weak immune systems. The CDC estimates that 1,250 people get infected in the United States each year and 172 die.
Recall and Regulatory Background
The FDA recall record gives the reason as possible Listeria contamination. It makes no claim of fault, and a recall does not by itself establish liability. Customers with questions can email guestservicesteam@saladandgo.com.
Evidence to Preserve
If you believe the food made you sick, keep these items:
- Product packaging, labels and lot codes
- Receipts, app orders or card statements showing Salad and Go purchases
- Photographs of the food
- Medical records, test results and a doctor’s diagnosis
- Dates when your symptoms began and ended
- Messages or emails with Salad and Go
- Notes on who else ate the same food
Write down what you remember now, while the details are fresh. Do not throw away packaging if you still have it.
Filing Deadlines
Filing deadlines come from state law. The time limit for you depends on your state, the date of the exposure or illness, and the date of diagnosis.
If you miss your state’s time limit, a claim may end, even with strong facts. Talk to a lawyer promptly so the time limits for your situation can be checked.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salad and Go Going to Reopen?
The buyers of the brand plan to reopen Salad and Go in Arizona. KTAR reported that Beyond Salt and Pepper LLC, formed by co-founder and executive chef Daniel Patino, bought the name, trademarks and recipes for $180,000.
What Does a Class I Recall Mean?
A Class I recall means serious risk. The FDA defines it as “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.”
What Does the Research Say About Listeria?
The research on Listeria from the FDA says listeriosis has a range of symptoms. The less severe non-invasive form often lasts 1 to 3 days. Invasive listeriosis is the more serious form of the infection.
What Are Listeria Symptoms?
Listeria symptoms in milder cases may include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The FDA advises people to consult a healthcare provider immediately if they have symptoms that resemble a listeriosis infection.
Can I Still File a Claim Against Salad and Go After Bankruptcy?
Whether a claim against Salad and Go can go forward after bankruptcy depends on the facts. A Chapter 11 case can add its own claim-filing dates on top of state deadlines. The company’s case is in the Southern District of Texas.
Is Salad and Go Linked to the Cyclospora Outbreak?
Salad and Go has not been linked to any Cyclospora cases. Restaurant Dive reported the company said a July Cyclospora outbreak weakened consumer confidence across the industry. That outbreak is separate from the Listeria recall.