Did Panera Bread pass their Boston health inspection?

Panera Bread passed their inspection on March 11, 2020.

Where is Panera Bread located?

Panera Bread is located at 200 HIGH ST, Boston, MA.

Panera Bread

Q: What critical health violations were found at Panera Bread?

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, March 11, 2020 at 5:36 PM

Address

200 HIGH 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 refrigerators were not running properly; sandwiches 48F pickled onions 54F chciken salad 53F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (The items in the refrigerator were discarded and the hvac repair was already onsite so they were able to repair the machines)

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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