Bar Novela was last inspected on September 16, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
September 16, 2026 · License Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
2 inspections on record
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No vomit and diarrhea clean up kit and procedure on site. Must provide at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at all hand washing sinks at bar. Must provide at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: No pest control log book on site. Log book must include services from the last 12 months, idph pest control license number and services must be completed at least twice a year. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(c).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: No chemical test kit on site. Must provide at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: No self closing device on toilet rooms doors. Must install.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: NO COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER PROVIDED. MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH REMOVAL SERVICES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(b).
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.