Did Tatte Bakery & Cafe pass their Boston health inspection?

Tatte Bakery & Cafe FAILED their Boston health inspection on November 18, 2021 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Tatte Bakery & Cafe located?

Tatte Bakery & Cafe is located at 60 OLD COLONY AV, Boston, MA.

Tatte Bakery & Cafe

Q: What critical health violations were found at Tatte Bakery & 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

Thursday, November 18, 2021 at 3:54 PM

Address

60 OLD COLONY AV

South Boston, MA 02127

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

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

Cooked shortrib in walk-in cooler at 55F. Labeled as having been cooked and cooled in the past hour. Spread out in blast chiller and brought down to 38F in 20 minutes. Ensure foods are thoroughly cooled prior to storing.

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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