PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
GREEN TOMATO CAFE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 12, 2025
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License #2184944
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED COLD HOLD DELI UNIT AT IMPROPER COLD HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 50�F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COLD HOLD UNIT AT 41F AND BELOW. THE UNIT IS TAGGED, HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME BY CDPH. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CONTACT CDPH FOR RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLAGE AND BUILDUP ON INTERIOR OF ALL COLD HOLD UNITS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLAGE AND BUILDUP ON INTERIOR OF ALL COLD HOLD UNITS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection