Minsk's renowned eatery implicated in recent poisoning cases has been temporarily closed
Marumi Restaurant Temporarily Closed Due to Food Poisoning Incidents
The Marumi restaurant on Independence Avenue, 18 in Minsk, Belarus, has temporarily closed its doors following a series of food poisoning incidents that occurred between July 17-20, 2025.
Reports indicate that multiple individuals who dined at the restaurant during this period have experienced symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, and stomach issues. Some cases have reportedly lasted for at least five days.
The closure was confirmed by the Minsk City Center of Hygiene and Epidemiology, and the restaurant did not provide further details about the reason for the closure. However, it appears that the Marumi restaurant is the location where many cases of food poisoning have been reported.
The restaurant's website does not mention the closure, but the Minsk City Center of Hygiene and Epidemiology has stated that the closure was a result of complaints about the quality of food and identified violations of sanitary and epidemiological legislation. Specialists from the sanitary and epidemiological service assessed the Marumi restaurant's compliance with these regulations.
Several individuals have shared their experiences of dining at the Marumi restaurant during the affected period. Olga Bychkova, for instance, wrote about her experience on July 18, where she experienced food poisoning symptoms including a fever of 39 degrees, chills, severe weakness, and hospitalization. Diana Danilchik and her friends also reported falling ill after visiting the restaurant on July 17, with all three experiencing food poisoning and a fever of 39 degrees.
Irina Efimova also shared her experience, stating that her family fell ill after visiting the restaurant on July 20, 2025, and experienced severe food poisoning symptoms including a fever of 39.6 degrees, severe diarrhea, weakness, and vomiting.
The wave of complaints about food poisoning started appearing on social media on July 21, 2025. Residents of Minsk have expressed concerns about food poisoning after visiting the Marumi restaurant on Independence Avenue, 18.
It is recommended that if you are specifically concerned about food safety at the Marumi restaurant or any restaurant, you should check local health department reports or contact the restaurant directly for the most current status. No information about the reopening of the Marumi restaurant has been provided at this time.
- Due to the food poisoning incidents at the Marumi Restaurant, concerns about health-and-wellness and food-and-drink safety have been raised in the Minsk community.
- As the Marumi restaurant temporarily shuts down, questions about its compliance with sanitary and epidemiological standards in the science of food preparation and service arise, potentially impacting the lifestyle choices of its patrons.
