CLASS II ONGOING Food recall · Reported 31 Dec 2025 · FDA Enforcement Report
Marinara Sauce (tomato & basil) recalled by First & Last Tavern
First & Last Tavern is recalling First & Last Tavern Marinara Sauce (tomato & basil), distributed in Connecticut, Massachusetts. The recall was initiated on 31 Oct 2025 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- H-0335-2026
- FDA event ID
- 97906
- Recalling firm
- First & Last Tavern, Hartford, CT
- Brand
- First
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 31 Oct 2025
- FDA classified
- 20 Dec 2025
- Reported
- 31 Dec 2025
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- Botulism
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 31 Oct 2025 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 20 Dec 2025 | Classified by FDA | +50 days |
| 31 Dec 2025 | Published in enforcement report | +11 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
May be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum
Product as listed by the FDA
First & Last Tavern Marinara Sauce (tomato & basil) 26 FL OZ (1 lb, 10 oz) 737g
Where it was distributed
CT, MA
Questions about this recall
Is Marinara Sauce (tomato & basil) recalled?
Yes. First & Last Tavern recalled Marinara Sauce (tomato & basil) on 31 Oct 2025. The recall is Class II and its status is Ongoing. Recall number H-0335-2026.
Why was it recalled?
May be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum
Which lots are affected?
Expiration/Use By: 09/26
Where was it sold?
CT, MA
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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