What is Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot's health inspection score?

Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot has a SafeDine safety score of 97 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot last inspected?

Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot was last inspected on March 3, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot have?

Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot has 8 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot safe to eat at?

Yes, Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot has an excellent safety record with a score of 97/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot serve?

Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot

Name: Mom's Place-a Chicago Gathering Spot
Address: 650 N DEARBORN ST, Chicago, 60654
Rating: 97

650 N DEARBORN ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/3/2026

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0Excellent

American•River North

Ranked #21 of 547 in River NorthBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Mar 3, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

71%

Clean Rate

1.1

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-3

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+3 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

650 N DEARBORN ST, Chicago, IL 60654

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Violation Timeline

Nov 2022

2 inspections

Nov

Dec 2023

1 inspections

Mar 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Mar

Jan 2025

1 inspections

Feb 2025

1 inspections

5 basic

Feb

Mar 2026

1 inspections

Inspection History

7 records on file

4 Non-Inspection3 Canvass

Mar 26

Non-Inspection InspectionLatestCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED BOXES OF LIQUOR STORED ON MILK CRATES AT BARS AND BOXES OF SINGLE USE ITEMS IN BARS AND IN CHEMICAL STORAGE IN BASEMENT STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS IN FACILITY AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY AND TO PREVENT AREAS FOR PEST HARBORAGE.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LEFT ALL GENDER WASHROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LEFT ALL GENDER WASHROOM IN BASEMENT FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL BEHIND LEFT URINAL IN MEN'S FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR HOLE IN WALL BEHIND LEFT URINAL IN MEN'S FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS IN BASEMENT.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED OPENING AT LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES OF LOWER FRONT WALL OF UTILITY SINK IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILINGS SHALL BE DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND INSTALLED SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING VENT COVER IN WOMEN AND MEN'S WASHROOMS ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENT COVERS IN WOMEN AND MEN'S WASHROOMS ON FIRST FLOOR.

Base deductions−10 pts

Jan 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Mar 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO ASTERISK OR DISCLOSURE ON MENU IDENTIFYING AND STATING WHICH ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD ASTERISK AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT TO MENU IDENTIFYING AND STATING WHICH ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED COOKED TO ORDER. CORRECTED ON SITE ASTERISK AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT ADDED TO MENU IDENTIFYING AND STATING WHICH ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED COOKED TO ORDER BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED EXPOSED WOOD ON SHELF IN FIRST FLOOR SOUTHSIDE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL WOOD SO THAT IT SHALL BE CORROSION-RESISTANT, NONABSORBENT AND SMOOTH FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON FILTERS OF HOOD IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN HOOD FILTERS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−9 pts

Dec 23

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 22

Canvass InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 22

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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