Did MEDITERRANEAN GRILL pass their Boston health inspection?

MEDITERRANEAN GRILL passed their inspection on July 1, 2020.

Where is MEDITERRANEAN GRILL located?

MEDITERRANEAN GRILL is located at 281 FRANKLIN ST, Boston, MA.

MEDITERRANEAN GRILL

Q: What critical health violations were found at MEDITERRANEAN GRILL?

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

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 5:47 PM

Address

281 FRANKLIN ST

Financial District, MA 02110

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)

The refrigerator is running warm; hummus 50F turkey 50F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below (The items were just stocked in the fridge so the manager turned the machine down and will monitor to make sure the temperature is dropping)

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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