Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- October 31, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- First & Last Tavern
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 2 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- First & Last Tavern
- Product type
- Marinara Sauce
- Model numbers
- Expiration/Use By: 09/26
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- CT, MA
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
October 31, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
December 31, 2025
RecallRadar source check
January 7, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
May be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact First & Last Tavern for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Press Release
About This Product
First & Last Tavern Marinara Sauce is a popular pasta sauce made with tomato and basil. Consumers purchase this product for its convenience and flavor as a meal ingredient.
Why This Is Dangerous
The presence of Clostridium botulinum in food items can lead to severe foodborne illness, including paralysis. This bacterium thrives in low-oxygen environments, such as improperly canned or sealed products.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Consumers may face health risks if they consume the affected product. The need for immediate action to avoid potential poisoning adds urgency to this recall.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check the expiration date on your marinara sauce bottle.
- Look for the brand name 'First & Last Tavern' on the label.
- Verify if the product was purchased between January 2025 and October 2025.
Where to find product info
The expiration date and brand name can typically be found on the neck or back label of the bottle.
What timeline to expect
Refund processing may take 4-6 weeks after submission of your request.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document your communication attempts with the company.
- Consider reaching out to the FDA if there is no response.
- Keep a record of your purchase for potential claims.
How to prevent similar issues
- Look for seal integrity when purchasing sauces.
- Check for recalls before consuming food products.
- Choose brands with good safety records.
Documentation advice
Keep receipts of your purchase and any correspondence with First & Last Tavern regarding the recall.
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Product Details
The recalled product is First & Last Tavern Marinara Sauce (tomato & basil), packaged in 26 FL OZ bottles. It has an expiration date of September 26. The sauce was distributed in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Key Facts
- Recalled product: First & Last Tavern Marinara Sauce
- Contamination with Clostridium botulinum
- Distributed in CT and MA
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