# How Long Does Food Last in the Fridge? Searchable Chart

Source: https://www.a-devgroup.com/tools/how-long-does-food-last-in-fridge/

How many days common foods last in the fridge at 40°F (4°C) or below.

| Food | In the fridge | Group |
|---|---|---|
| Raw chicken or turkey | 1–2 days | Meat & fish (raw) |
| Raw ground meat | 1–2 days | Meat & fish (raw) |
| Raw steaks, chops, roasts | 3–5 days | Meat & fish (raw) |
| Raw fish and shellfish | 1–2 days | Meat & fish (raw) |
| Cooked meat or poultry | 3–4 days | Cooked & leftovers |
| Cooked fish | 3–4 days | Cooked & leftovers |
| Cooked rice or pasta | 3–5 days | Cooked & leftovers |
| Soup or stew | 3–4 days | Cooked & leftovers |
| Leftovers (general) | 3–4 days | Cooked & leftovers |
| Opened deli lunch meat | 3–5 days | Deli & processed |
| Opened hot dogs | 1 week | Deli & processed |
| Bacon (opened) | 1 week | Deli & processed |
| Eggs in shell | 3–5 weeks | Eggs & dairy |
| Hard-boiled eggs | 1 week | Eggs & dairy |
| Milk (opened) | about 1 week | Eggs & dairy |
| Yogurt | 1–2 weeks | Eggs & dairy |
| Hard cheese (opened) | 3–4 weeks | Eggs & dairy |
| Soft cheese (opened) | 1–2 weeks | Eggs & dairy |
| Butter | 1–3 months | Eggs & dairy |
| Leafy greens | 3–7 days | Produce (typical ranges) |
| Berries | 3–7 days | Produce (typical ranges) |
| Broccoli | 3–5 days | Produce (typical ranges) |
| Carrots | 3–4 weeks | Produce (typical ranges) |
| Apples | 4–6 weeks | Produce (typical ranges) |
| Pasta sauce (opened jar) | 5–10 days | Condiments |

General guidance based on USDA FoodSafety.gov cold storage charts for a fridge at 40°F (4°C) or below. Produce ranges are typical, not official limits. Not a substitute for food-safety advice; when in doubt, throw it out.

## FAQ

### What temperature should my fridge be?

At or below 40°F (4°C). A fridge thermometer is the easy way to check.

### How long are leftovers safe in the fridge?

Most cooked leftovers are safe for 3 to 4 days when stored in airtight containers within 2 hours of cooking.

### Can I tell if food is spoiled by smelling it?

No. Harmful bacteria often do not change smell, taste or look. Follow the time limits, and when in doubt, throw it out.

### How can I use food before it goes off?

Check the fridge every few days, cook the oldest items first and plan meals around what you have. AI FridgeChef turns a photo of your fridge into recipes that use up what is there.

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By Andrii Gnasevych, A-DevGroup.