Did Tasty BBQ pass their Boston health inspection?

Tasty BBQ passed their inspection on September 21, 2021.

Where is Tasty BBQ located?

Tasty BBQ is located at 417 WASHINGTON ST, Boston, MA.

Tasty BBQ

Q: What critical health violations were found at Tasty BBQ?

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

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 2:50 PM

Address

417 WASHINGTON ST

Beacon Hill, MA 02108

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 walk-in refrigerator was propped open when they were preparing for lunch and the fooda order. The refrigerator is reading 46F items near the front are elevated; pork 44F brisket 45F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (The manager is putting the items in ice baths to cool down quickly and will develop a better system of preparing items to keep the cooler closed)

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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