What is Doma's health inspection score?

Doma has a SafeDine safety score of 79 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Doma last inspected?

Doma was last inspected on November 18, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Doma have?

Doma has 36 total violations across 8 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Doma safe to eat at?

Doma has a good safety record with a score of 79/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Doma serve?

Doma serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Doma

Name: Doma
Address: 944-946 N ORLEANS ST, Chicago, 60610
Rating: 79

944-946 N ORLEANS ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/18/2025

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0Good

American•Old Town

Ranked #220 of 367 in Old TownBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Declining

8 inspections

Last: Nov 18, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

4.5

Avg Violations

6 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-21

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-8 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-10 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

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.

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Violation Timeline

Nov 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

1 basic

Nov

Aug 2023

2 inspections

5 high priority

2 intermediate

5 basic

Oct 2023

1 inspections

Oct

Jul 2024

1 inspections

3 high priority

4 basic

Feb 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Feb

May 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Nov 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

5 basic

Nov

Inspection History

8 records on file

6 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Non-Inspection

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High5 Basic

6 total1 risk factor

75/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
NOTED EMPLOYEES EATING AND WASHING DISHES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO DRINK AND EAT AND NOT AT THE PREP AREAS.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED−2
NOTED SERVING PLATES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AND CUTLERY DURING STORAGE TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION AT THE KITCHEN AREA AND BASEMENT FOOD/DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE WALL
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE MACHINE ON ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED ROUGH AND UNFINISHED BRICK WALLS AT THE OUTDOOR PATIO. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS AND PIPES/CONDUITS.

Base deductions−20 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

May 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED−2
NOTED SERVING PLATES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AND CUTLERY DURING STORAGE TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
NOTED WASH ROOMS ON PREMISE WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN WASH ROOMS AND UNISEX WASH ROOMS
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
NOTED DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS AND PIPES/CONDUITS.

Base deductions−11 pts

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED MULTIPLE DEAD INSECTS IN THE WINDOW AREA DOWNSTAIRS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING FEEDING OF OTHER INSECTS.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER AND REFRIGERATOR BASE FLOOR AND GASKETS WITH FOOD DEBRIS BUILDING UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE GASKET INSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR #1 GASKET COMING LOOSE ON THE INSIDE NEAR THE HINGE OF THE UNIT LOWER CORNER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT SERVICE AREA WITH A SMALL BUILD UP OF COFFEE BEANS AND GROUNDS UNDER AND BEHIND THE EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.

Base deductions−11 pts

Jul 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 High4 Basic

7 total2 risk factors

52/100inspection score

−38 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
NO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (EGGS, BACON, SAUSAGE) ARE BEING PREPARED AND COOKED FOR SERVICE.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER SANITATION CERTIFICATE WAS POSTED NOR PROVIDED WHEN A MANAGER DID ARRIVE ON SITE (SHE HAD NO VALID DOCCUMENTATION ON PREMISES). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
9NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED−10
OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEE USED BARE HANDS TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS (EGG SANDWICH). THEN OBSERVED SAME EMPLOYEE TOUCH RAW SAUSAGE AND RETURN TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOOD. EMPLOYEES SHALL USE SUITABLE UTENSILS SUCH AS DELI TISSUE, SPATULAS/TONGS, DISPENSING EQUIPMENT OR SINGLE USE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS. DISCUSSED IMPORTANCE OF WEARING GLOVES WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS WITH EMPLOYEE AND MANAGER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DUST ON ICE SCOOPER ON THE SIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE AND OBSERVED A BUILD OF SUBSTANCE ON INCSIDE OF ICE MACHINE (ICE NOT TOUCHING) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF ICE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BOXES AND OTHER STORED ITEMS IN BASEMENT AREA ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATED AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR TO ASSURE PROPER CLEANING AND MAINATINING OF AREA.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE ON THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE MANAGER THAT SHOWED UP FOR SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.

Base deductions−38 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Oct 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 23

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionFail

5 High2 Med5 Basic

12 total1 risk factor

25/100inspection score

−70 pts

High Priority (5)

−50 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY CERTIFICATION OR DOCUMENTATION OF PENDING CITY CERTIFICATE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS RAW EGGS COOKED AND SERVED ON-SITE. NO OTHER ORIGINAL AND VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE WAS POSTED NOR PROVIDED ON-SITE FOR THE PRESENT MANAGER ON DUTY. NO VALID DOCCUMENTATION ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN FOOD IS COOKED AND SERVED ON SITE. - CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT APPROXIMATELY 9:40AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
9NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED−10
OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEE USED BARE HANDS TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS (EGG SANDWICH). FOOD EMPLOYEES SHALL USE SUITABLE UTENSILS SUCH AS DELI TISSUE, SPATULAS/TONGS, DISPENSING EQUIPMENT OR SINGLE USE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS. DISCUSSED IMPORTANCE OF WEARING GLOVES WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS WITH EMPLOYEE AND MANAGER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HANDSINKS BLOCKED WITH GARBAGE CAN IN KITCHEN AND LAUNDRY BASKET IN DISHAREA. ITEMS WERE RELOCATED TO PROVIDE EASY ACCESSIBILITY TO HAND WASH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS NOT PROVIDED FOR HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN AREA. PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED ON SITE. SEE ABOVE FOR PRIORITY FOUNDATION CIATION THAT WAS ISSUED.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED WHITE FUZZY SUBSTANCE/FOOD DEBRIS IN BETWEEN BLADE OF DELI SLICER. FACILITY MUST WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CIATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 LIVE LARGE BLACK FLYING INSECTS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND BASEMENT OF FACILITY. FACILITY MUST ELIMINATE LARGE BLACK FLYING INSECTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (a) CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EXTERIOR BACK SEATING DOOR LEFT SLIGHTLY OPEN WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS/INSECTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED SINGLE USE PLASTIC CUPS WITHOUT A HANDLE USED AS A SCOOP FOR DRY SEASONINGS. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE SCOOPS WITH A HANDLE.
43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED−2
UTENSILS STORED IN STAGNANT CUP OF WATER NEAR COOKLINE AND FRONT COFFEE STATION. STORE IN-USE UTENSILS: 1) IN THE FOOD WITH THE HANDLE UP AND OUT OF THE FOOD ITEM; 2) STORED ON A CLEAN AND SANITIZED SIRFACE; 3) IN RUNNING WATER; 4) IN CONTAINER OF HOT WATER MAINTAINED AT OR ABOVE 135F.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
CLEAN DISHWARE STORED ON SHELVES HAVE NOT BEEN AIR DRIED PROPERLY AFTER SANITIZING. AFTER CLEANING AND SANITZING ALL EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS SHALL BE AIR DRIED BEFORE USE. CLOTH DRYING OF EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS IS NOT APPROVED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
UNNECESSARY ITEMS / NONFUNCTIONAL EQUIPMENT FOUND IN BASEMENT. THE PREMISES SHALL BE FREE OF ITEMS UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS INCLUDES EQUIPMENT THAT IS NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS DATED ON 11/1/22, REPORT#: 2566318 HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. #16) 4-602.11: OBSERVED MINOR PINK AND BLACK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE AT FRONT COUNTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #36) 4-204.112(B): INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS #53) 5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN ALL-GENDER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−70 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Nov 22

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High1 Med1 Basic

3 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED MINOR PINK AND BLACK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE AT FRONT COUNTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN ALL-GENDER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.

Base deductions−17 pts

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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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