The Baked Tomato
Last inspected: Mar 7, 2013
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The Baked Tomato appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 7, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The Baked Tomato's record stops at Mar 7, 2013, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Mar 7, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUNTAIN NOZZLE HOLDER HAS BUILD UP OF GRIME. NEED TO BE CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN PREP AREA, AROUND BASE BOARDS , UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK HAS BUILD UP GRIME AND DIRT. NEED TO BE CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL, AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAR HAS BUILT UP OF GRIME . MUST BE CLEANED. CEILING TILES ARE DAMAGE IN PREP AREA , SERVING AREA AND BATHROOM. MUST BE REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: WALL, AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAR HAS BUILT UP OF GRIME . MUST BE CLEANED. CEILING TILES ARE DAMAGE IN PREP AREA , SERVING AREA AND BATHROOM. MUST BE REPLACE.
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Jan 14, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUNTAIN NOZZLE HOLDER HAS BUILD UP OF GRIME. NEED TO BE CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN PREP AREA, AROUND BASE BOARDS , UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK HAS BUILD UP GRIME AND DIRT. NEED TO BE CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL, AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAR HAS BUILT UP OF GRIME . MUST BE CLEANED. CEILING TILES ARE DAMAGE IN PREP AREA , SERVING AREA AND BATHROOM. MUST BE REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION COVERS HAVE BUILT UP OF DUST. MUST CLEAN. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HAVE LINKING FAUCET. MUST REPAIR.
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Jan 12, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in coolers, must date and label food items in coolers.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine, cooler shelving, and rear storage shelving not clean need detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage areas, room need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen, bathroom shall be replaced, stained ceiling tiles in storage areas, dining areas need repairing/replacing.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Missing light shield in kitchen prep area shall be provided, missing/broken light shield in bathroom shall be provided.
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May 26, 2011
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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May 19, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND 25 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE AREA,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,INSTRUCTED TO CALL PEST CONTROL SERVICE ,DETAIL CLEAN STORAGE AREA,SEAL OPENINGS;GIVEN 5 DAYS 05-26-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATION
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AND NO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE FOOD CERTIFIED PERSON WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED,AT THIS TIME STAFF WAS COOKING PIZZA AND PREPARING SANDWICHES
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #285114, 09-07-10 NOT CORRECTED,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,FOUND # 35 CEILING NOT MAINTAINED THROUGH OUT,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ANY MISSING OR DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS; # 38 VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOMS MUST BE PROVIDED OR OPEN WINDOWS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VENTILATION,OR INSTALL WINDOWS;GIVEN 5 DAYS ,05-26 -11 TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. COOKING HOOD ABOVE PIZZA OVEN NOT CLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; EXTERIOR COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN MUST DTAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. AIR FAN AND VENT COVERS IN DINING AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER PIZZA OVEN MUST BE REPLACED; DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN BAR AREA MUST BE REPLACED,SEAL HOLES
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN KITCHEN MUST BE REPLACED
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Sep 14, 2010
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods stored inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Wooden table in prep area not maintained. Instructed to replace or cover worn surface.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Sinks, cooking equipment, prep table, storage shelves, coolers, exhaust hood and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not maintained in prep area. Instructed to repair uneven floor and reseal.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling not maintained through-out. Instructed to replace any missing or damaged ceiling tile and seal all openings. Baseboards not sealed along walls throught-out. Instructed to seal all gaps and openings.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation not provided in toilet rooms. Instructed to install exhaust fan or have windows opened during all hours of operation. Faucet at three compartment sink not maintained and drainline under exposed handsink leaking. Instructed to replace or repair handles at three compartment sink and repair drainline at bottom of exposed handsink.
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Sep 7, 2010
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity and outer openings not protected or rodent proffed. Found mice activity in prep area on storage shelves-approximately 10 and in storage room scattered on shelves-approxomately 30. Front entry door has 1/4 inch across bottom. Instructed to rodent proof door to prevent rodent and insect entry. Must remove and detail clean all rodent activity on premises. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods stored inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Wooden table in prep area not maintained. Instructed to replace or cover worn surface.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Sinks, cooking equipment, prep table, storage shelves, coolers, exhaust hood and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not maintained in prep area. Instructed to repair uneven floor and reseal.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling not maintained through-out. Instructed to replace any missing or damaged ceiling tile and seal all openings. Baseboards not sealed along walls throught-out. Instructed to seal all gaps and openings.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulbs not shield in prep area. Instructed to install shield or covers over all bulbs.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation not provided in toilet rooms. Instructed to install exhaust fan or have windows opened during all hours of operation. Faucet at three compartment sink not maintained and drainline under exposed handsink leaking. Instructed to replace or repair handles at three compartment sink and repair drainline at bottom of exposed handsink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Baked Tomato last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Baked Tomato on file is from Mar 7, 2013. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Baked Tomato?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at The Baked Tomato.
Has The Baked Tomato's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Baked Tomato have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Baked Tomato means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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