Did Scali Deli Cafe pass their Boston health inspection?

Scali Deli Cafe FAILED their Boston health inspection on October 12, 2021 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Scali Deli Cafe located?

Scali Deli Cafe is located at 147 PEARL ST, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Scali Deli Cafe?

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, October 12, 2021 at 2:50 PM

Address

147 PEARL ST

Financial District, MA 02110

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 on the top of the front refrigerator are elevated; ham 50F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (manager discarded the items on the top of the fridge and will store items on ice until the unit is repaired)

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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