Did SALSAS MEXICAN GRILL pass their Boston health inspection?

SALSAS MEXICAN GRILL FAILED their Boston health inspection on August 18, 2020 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is SALSAS MEXICAN GRILL located?

SALSAS MEXICAN GRILL is located at 417 WASHINGTON ST, Boston, MA.

SALSAS MEXICAN GRILL

Q: What critical health violations were found at SALSAS MEXICAN 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.

FAIL

Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 8:09 PM

Address

417 WASHINGTON ST

Beacon Hill, MA 02108

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

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

The items in one of the refrigerators is slightly elevated raw chicken 44F steak 45F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below (The items were moved to another refrigerator)

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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