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Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM

Address
372 CONGRESS ST
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
9 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

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

Observed mulitple items hot holding on the prep line out of required temp range. Grilled chicken hot holding at 114f. BBQ chicken hot holding 110f. PIC removed to reheat. Steam table water temp at 126f.

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Hot holding temperatures not monitored to make proper adjustments at the time of inspection. Advised pic to monitor proper hot holding requirements.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department