Tomato Head
Last inspected: Sep 14, 2012
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Score
Across the available record, Tomato Head has five inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Sep 14, 2012. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Tomato Head since Sep 14, 2012, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.
“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Sep 14, 2012
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING, MUST REPAIR EXHAUST FANS IN BATHROOM
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Sep 6, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK/MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.THE ICE MACHINE NOW TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: 32 All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION #608306 11/07/2011. MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINER 02/07/2012 34 The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST RESEAL/REPAINT FLOOR SURFACE KITCHEN PREP AREA 02/07/2012 35 The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN WALL SURFACE KITCHEN AND DISH AREAS 02/07/2012 38 Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT, AND PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE SAME SINK 02/07/2012 MUST CORRECT ALL SAID VIOLATIONS BY 9/13/12.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON THE VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS ARE NEEDED INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Nov 7, 2011
Routine
4 minor 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. MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINER
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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. MUST RESEAL/REPAINT FLOOR SURFACE KITCHEN PREP AREA
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN WALL SURFACE KITCHEN AND DISH AREAS
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT, AND PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE SAME SINK
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Jan 10, 2011
Tag Removal
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: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Oct 21, 2010
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.SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES ON SERVICE COUNTER NOT PROPERLY STORED MUST BE INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING SHELVINGS,FAN COVERS INSIDE COOLERS,DEEP FRYERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,INTEERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK.
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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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.SOME CEILING TILES NOT ATTACHED PROPERLY IN FOOD PREP AREA,DISHROOM AREA-MUST REPAIR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM PREMISES,FROM GARAGED DUMSTER AREA-DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tomato Head last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tomato Head on file is from Sep 14, 2012. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tomato Head?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tomato Head.
Has Tomato Head's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tomato Head have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tomato Head 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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