Did WARREN TAVERN pass their Boston health inspection?

WARREN TAVERN FAILED their Boston health inspection on June 27, 2019 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is WARREN TAVERN located?

WARREN TAVERN is located at 2 PLEASANT ST, Boston, MA.

WARREN TAVERN

Q: What critical health violations were found at WARREN TAVERN?

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, June 27, 2019 at 6:07 PM

Address

2 PLEASANT ST

Charlestown, MA 02129

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 tops of the flip top units are elevated; sour cream 55F salsa 53F tomatoes 55F cole slaw 52F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (The manager discarded all the items on the tops of the units and replaced them on ice and called for service)

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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