Did BISHOP'S MEDITERRANEAN pass their Boston health inspection?

BISHOP'S MEDITERRANEAN passed their inspection on June 29, 2021.

Where is BISHOP'S MEDITERRANEAN located?

BISHOP'S MEDITERRANEAN is located at 70 STANIFORD ST, Boston, MA.

BISHOP'S MEDITERRANEAN

Q: What critical health violations were found at BISHOP'S MEDITERRANEAN?

Critical violation: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

PASS

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at 5:39 PM

Address

70 STANIFORD ST

West End, MA 02114

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Products in front cooler @ 48f-60f ensure proper cold hol dof 41f or below. Prep all foods and cool in walk-in cooler or freezer to 41f or below before placing in front service sandwich unit.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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