Costello's Tavern Inc

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings7
• critical findings1

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Failed findings

• ⚠️(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical
  Inspector note: Fresh hamburger patties inside of the 2 drawer cooler with an elevated temperaure of 49F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are at below 41F.
  code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
• ⚠️(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
  Inspector note: No one site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide. No one on site with a current Food Safety certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in some form of Food Safety Course for the re-inspection date specified.
  code 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
  Inspector note: several squeeze bottles filled with sauces/dressings have no labels. Provide.
  code 590.003/3-302.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
  Inspector note: Moisture dripping from the drip tray to the shelves of the single door True refrigeration unit. Address and make any necessary repairs.
  code 590.003/3-307.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Small Butane burner being used in the main kitchen area not under any suppression system. Discontinue use unless otherwise authorized. 2 Drawer cooler under the stove top with a slightly elevated temperature of 45F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
  code 590.004/4-202.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Ice build-up observed on the compressor to the single door True refrigeration unit located in the basement. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was functioning at below 41F at the time of the visit.
  code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
  Inspector note: Drainage pipe from the dish machine located behind the bar is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
  code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on December 11, 2025: 7 findings appeared for the first time.

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