Did Navarrete Restaurant pass their Boston health inspection?

Navarrete Restaurant FAILED their Boston health inspection on October 16, 2023 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Navarrete Restaurant located?

Navarrete Restaurant is located at 445 COLUMBIA RD, Boston, MA.

Navarrete Restaurant

Q: What critical health violations were found at Navarrete Restaurant?

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.

FAIL

Monday, October 16, 2023 at 3:21 PM

Address

445 COLUMBIA RD

Dorchester, MA 02125

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

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

Roasted chicken 126F Pork ribs 128F and fried pork 117F. PIC will need to reheat to 165F and then besure hot held to 135F or higher.

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

📖 Boston ISD 📚 FDA Food Code 🎓 CDC Info

View Facility Profile →