Shenanigans

1302 S Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL 33004
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Shenanigans has been inspected 10 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited three times.

Shenanigans' latest score of 86 sits above the Dania Beach average of 80. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 6 drawer cooler ; cooked ribs 60F - heated Cooling overnight inside 6 drawer reach in cooler in kitchen per cook . See stop sale
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 6 drawer cooler ; cooked ribs 60F - heated Cooling overnight inside 6 drawer reach in cooler in kitchen. See stop sale
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef paste (130F - Hot Holding) on grill in cook line less than 4 hours ago. Observed container not under fire. Operator placed under fire and reheated to 170F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle gun holder soiled behind front counter. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel inside hand washing sink in kitchen. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Potato salad, Coleslaw , cooked pasta , cooked corn made in house 3 days ago not date marked inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator date marked **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack on top microwave in kitchen. Manager moved backpack **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of to go containers stored on floor in dry storage room.
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of Duckers reach-in-cooler in kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in kitchen. Operator hang to dry **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
29
Aug 30, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb next to 3 compartment sink in cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: Operator ordered **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
82
Aug 29, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 6 drawer cooler in cook line ; shredded cheddar cheese ; (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pork ribs (50F - Cold Holding); cream cheese for corn in cub (48F - Cold Holding. Foods pulled from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago. Operator placed foods on ice to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb next to 3 compartment sink in cook line. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with slime at server station at front counter. Operator cleaned and sanitized nozzles during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Coleslaw made 2 days ago not date marked in duckers reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator date marked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper installed over seasoning station next to drive thru window. Operator moved seasoning tray to another area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in kitchen at back of house. Operator hang to dry **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
50
Jun 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) at front counter. Operator corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance on both soda gun nozzles at front counter.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
70
May 28, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. December 1, 2023. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In rear kitchen, large ice machine, Employee cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. 4 containers of cooking oil, next to soda grips, employee placed on shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Grill station - cooking and serving utensils in water temperature of 98F, employee moved to a higher flame. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Two doors cooler, water on bottom shelf. **Warning**
29-49-6
64
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
82
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket at 200ppm chlorine. Employee remade to proper 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in bottle under prep table by reach in freezer. Employee labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave next to reach in freezer.
22-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Around upper panel inside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shenanigans last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shenanigans on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shenanigans?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Shenanigans.

How does Shenanigans compare to other restaurants in Dania Beach?

Shenanigans most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Dania Beach average of 80.

Has Shenanigans' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shenanigans have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shenanigans 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 Shenanigans inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shenanigans is inspected around three times per year on average.