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The Twisted Baker

1543 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 29, 2014
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, The Twisted Baker has three inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The Twisted Baker was last inspected on Aug 29, 2014. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Public records show no inspections at The Twisted Baker since Aug 29, 2014, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 81, which The Twisted Baker's 78 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 29, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A WORN SPATULA WITH CHIPPED PLASTIC EDGES. MUST REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE TOP OF THE STOVE, SIDES OF THE OVENS WITH DUST, WIRE STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND WALLS AND THE GREASE TRAP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA WITH FOOD DEBRIS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: HAIR RESTRAINTS ARE NEEDED FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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78
Sep 4, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FAN INSIDE REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE BLACK SUBSTANCE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS AROUND THE 3 COMP SINK AND AT THE REAR PREP AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND THE GAP BETWEEN THE DRAIN PIPE AND THE FLOOR DRAIN AT THE REAR 1 COMP SINK ALLOWS THE WATER TO SPILL ONTO THE FLOOR WHEN DRAINING. MUST FIX THIS PROBLEM TO STOP THE WATER FROM SPILLING ONTO THE FLOOR.
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Nov 3, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. MUST INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE SANDWICH PREP COOLER, LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA, WALL VENT OUTSIDE OF THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE OVENS AND UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. CLEAN THE INSECTS OFF OF THE FLOOR OF THE UTILITY CLOSET.
34
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE A VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE OF THE SANDWICH PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE A PROBE THERMOMETER TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. HAIR RESTRAINTS ARE NEEDED FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Twisted Baker last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Twisted Baker on file is from Aug 29, 2014. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Twisted Baker?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Twisted Baker.

Has The Twisted Baker's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Twisted Baker have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Twisted Baker 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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