Did Cava pass their Boston health inspection?

Cava passed their inspection on April 8, 2021.

Where is Cava located?

Cava is located at 669 BOYLSTON ST, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Cava?

Critical violation: (A)(1) 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

Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 6:57 PM

Address

669 BOYLSTON ST

Back Bay, MA 02116

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

✓ Corrected

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Cooked grilled chicken holding between 110F and 124F after chopping and saucing. Hot foods must be held at 135F or above. (PIC reheated chicken and returned to the line) PIC stated that hot cooked chicken is chopped and then tossed with refrigerated sauce. During chopping and saucing the chicken is loosing heat and should be reheated prior to hot holding or the sauce could be heated before being added.

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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