Did Naco Taco pass their Boston health inspection?

Naco Taco passed their inspection on September 1, 2022.

Where is Naco Taco located?

Naco Taco is located at 1 CITYWIDE ST, Boston, MA.

Naco Taco

Q: What critical health violations were found at Naco Taco?

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

Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 5:59 PM

Address

1 CITYWIDE ST

East Boston, MA 02128

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)

Corn niblets 49F Guacamole 58F sliced red Onions 49F Chopped onions/cilantro salad 50F for 40-60(Counter top unit) minutes per PIC.Maintain cold holding 41F or below. PIC removing to refrigeration unit. Discussed cold holding with the PIC Upon re-inspection Guacamole 65F Sliced red onion 56F Shredded cheese 51F Cole slaw 54F Pico de galo 51F for 60-90 min per PIC PIC removing to refrigeration unit Provide unit repairs as needed to maintain items 41F or below

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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