Hometown Barbecue
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Hometown Barbecue nine times, with records going back to 2023. Hometown Barbecue was last inspected on Dec 12, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-12: Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-12: Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-12: Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
86
Dec 11, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 10 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 3 flying insects landing on food preparation table and cutting boards around the front counter food prep line. Observed approximately 4 flying insects in the air above food prep line in the kitchen area. Observed approximately 7 flying insects in the air by the floor drain located in the bar area. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the floor behind cooking equipment located in the kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 12 dead roaches, both large and small, on the floor underneath and above a fire pit not in use located by the front counter area. Observed one dead roach behind the hot holding cabinet located at the prep line by the front counter area. Observed 2 dead roaches around the floor drain located in the bar area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on equipment on drying rack next to kitchen entrance. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of pickles on the floor inside walk in cooler. Observed cases of oil on floor next to dry storage. Operator had employee raise both items off the floor onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of oven. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign by handwashing sink at entrance of kitchen. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk in cooler. Observed exterior of cook line soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls through kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
45
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed sausage over cut watermelons. Operator fixed it onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Operator cleaned onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
70
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the refrigerated drawers at front counter banana pudding (47F - Cold Holding), as per operator less than 1 hour. Employee removed pudding and transferred it back to the walk in cooler to maintain proper temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Employees training expired on 2-2024 Anthony Hodge, Matt Cash, Tate Lumb.
53B-05-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a couple of water bottles stored on the premises table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed the sanitation solution stored on the preparation table at back of the kitchen.
21-44-1
70
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth underneath white cutting board at the prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink next to produce reach in cooler. Operator placed sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. Observed walk in protein cooler with soiled gasket.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled. Operator wiped down immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5
82
Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at the front counter.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed liquid eggs over sauces in the walk-in cooler. The cook moved the liquid eggs to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler next to dish machine fan guards soiled.
23-03-4
64
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hometown Barbecue last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hometown Barbecue on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hometown Barbecue?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hometown Barbecue.
How does Hometown Barbecue compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Hometown Barbecue most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Hometown Barbecue's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Hometown Barbecue have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Hometown Barbecue means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Hometown Barbecue inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hometown Barbecue is inspected around three times per year on average.
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