The Tomato Street Family

Our vibrant, welcoming team is the heart of what makes Tomato Street a beloved local community favorite restaurant. From our line cooks crafting exceptional dishes to our bar staff mixing drinks with flair and our management ensuring every detail shines, each member is dedicated to exceeding your expectations with top-notch food, value, and service. Our servers, donning fun, crazy hats, bring joy to every table—especially for young guests who love doodling on our butcher paper tablecloths! At Tomato Street, you're not just a customer; you're our guest, welcomed into a warm, fun atmosphere where our team's commitment to excellence makes every visit unforgettable.

Restaurant Locations Information

Information about our Spokane restaurant location, including owner story and team members

Information about our Coeur d'Alene restaurant location, including owner story and team members

Meet Spokane owner Dean Haynes

Dean was raised in the close-knit community of Medical Lake, Washington, where he graduated high school before pursuing higher education at Eastern Washington University in Cheney. At EWU, he earned degrees in management and marketing, balancing academics with a five-year tenure at Dick’s Hamburgers Drive-In in Downtown Spokane. After college, Dean joined Cyrus O’Leary’s restaurant, eventually being promoted to the role of General Manager. Dean partnered with Erkki Oranen to open the Spokane Tomato Street location in February of 1994, ultimately taking over majority ownership in 1997.

Dean Haynes, owner of Tomato Street Spokane

Meet the Spokane Team

Troy Campbell

Operating Partner and General Manager

I was born and raised right here in Spokane, Washington, and Tomato Street has been a second home to me for nearly two decades. I started in 2008 as an assistant manager, and over the years, I’ve grown into the roles of general manager and now operating partner. I’ve had the privilege of raising a family at home—and gaining a family at work. This place isn’t just where I clock in; it’s where I’ve grown, learned, and built lasting relationships. I’m proud to lead a team that shows up every day with heart, hustle, and a shared commitment to excellence. Their genuine care for our guests and for one another is what makes Tomato Street feel like home to me and so many others.

Danny Wiese

Associate GM & Bar Manager

With 21 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Danny has progressed through the ranks at Tomato Street, starting in 2004 as a bread room employee. Over time, he grew from being a busser to a server, earning Employee of the Year and Top Server awards. The last several years Danny has thrived in his role as Bar Manager at Tomato Street, leading the way in creating a fun and enjoyable atmosphere in the Tomato Street Bar. In 2025, he was promoted to Associate General Manager. Tomato Street has been more than just a job—it’s been a place of personal growth, where Danny has built lasting friendships with coworkers and restaurant regulars whom he considers extended family. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking and backpacking adventures, art, DIY projects, and playing any competitive games with his fiancée, Kayla.

Josh Bristlin

Assistant Manager

Born and raised in Spokane, Washington, Josh has built a career spanning more than 25 years in the restaurant industry. With over a decade of management experience, he has spent the past 4 years contributing his leadership and expertise at Tomato Street North. Known for his dedication, professionalism, and strong work ethic, Josh takes pride in building teams and creating great dining experiences. Outside of work, he enjoys life with his wife and family, as well as spending time on the golf course.

Kisong Smith

Kitchen Manager

When I was a kid, I publicly announced to my family that I wanted to be a cook in a restaurant. After pursuing different life goals, I landed here at Tomato Street. It has been 14 years now, from Dishwasher and Busser, to Kitchen Manager. Though I am proud of our from-scratch menu, I find that what I am truly passionate about, is my staff. Leadership in this environment has given me the opportunity to be humbled by their motivation to learn, grow, and develop their own careers and lives. It is one thing to build a menu, I can do that alone. It is an entirely different thing to build a community. It takes us all.

Sean Van Blaricom

Assistant Kitchen Manager

I started my journey here around the early 2000s as a pizza cook and within two to three years after having been through all the line stations, I took on a role as a shift leader. Eventually, a position was created for me as assistant kitchen manager which holds a wide variety of responsibilities and challenges. It has been and continues to be a wild ride!