Did Red's Best pass their Boston health inspection?

Red's Best FAILED their Boston health inspection on October 23, 2023 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Red's Best located?

Red's Best is located at 300 TERMINAL RD, Boston, MA.

Red's Best

Q: What critical health violations were found at Red's Best?

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.

FAIL

Monday, October 23, 2023 at 5:21 PM

Address

300 TERMINAL RD

East Boston, MA 02128

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

White fish 59F Lobster salad 59F / Items put in reach in drawers at noon / Moved to walk in to cool down / Exterior of reach in reads 39F ensure reach in is properly operating before returning food to unit.

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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