Michigan Mexican restaurant sees business pick up slowly following Norovirus outbreak

Fox17 reports that business has been slow for the Holland area Mexican restaurant, Margaritas, where several hundred people contracted Norovirus in late July.

After reopening his doors in early August, owner Alonzo Salinas has made some changes.

“I think a lot of people will always be cautious about what they eat and where they eat. … Our customers put their trust in us and I believe we’ve done that.”

He says he keeps in contact with the Ottawa County Health Department for things ranging from proper handwashing to food temperature.

Salinas says a handful of customers have come forward wanting to be reimbursed for hospital visits and lost wages during the time they fell ill. He says his insurance has and will continue to take care of any claims, as long as customers can prove them.

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