Sometimes the germiest things on a restaurant’s menu may literally be the menu. Studies have shown that traces of E. coli and S. aureus (staph) can be found on menus, thanks to their being passed from hand to hand.
“Pathogen Persistence in Restaurant Menus: Comparison Between Materials.”“Bacterial Presence On Common Objects At Bar-and-Grille Restaurants.”American Council On Science and Health: “Bacteria Can Live In Ice Cubes, But Not In Whisky.”American Nutrition Association: “Safer Buffets.”NSF International: “Germiest Items In Public Places.”“Bacterial Communities On Food Court Tables and Cleaning Equipment In A Shopping Mall.
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