Shortys Bar B Q
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
20
Score
Public records show 15 inspections at Shortys Bar B Q stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 16, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 25 violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
15
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
17
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over Cole slaw inside WIC. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical bottle on top of prep table. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
41-10-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Observed knives stored soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed old food residue at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several spray bottles not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed cook line equipment with heavy grease on sides. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair at RIC at cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen area. Observed at WIF floor in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside WIF and RIF. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven and smoker soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed RIF at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled. Observed hoods soiled at cook line. Observed on top of smoker heavy buildup of old food debris. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelf above steam table with heavy food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Pitcher with drinking water stored in a freezer under a lid with exposed insulation. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. Observed wall in dishwasher area soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
20
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 6 major violations. 26 minor violations.
View 39 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 4 to 5 flies on the air and some landing on the wall at the dishwasher area .
35A-02-7
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over Cole slaw inside WIC.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (84F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (57F - Cold Holding) on top of preparation table.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Smoker room : ; cooked wings (79F - Hot Holding); cooked brisket (121F - Hot Holding); cooked brisket (82F - Hot Holding). Observed next to steam table at cook line : ; ribs (81F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken wings (114F - Hot Holding); baked potatoes (116F - Hot Holding). Observed Hot box cabinets: ; ribs (86F - Hot Holding).
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical bottle on top of prep table.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee unaware of hot holding minimum temperature.
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Observed knives stored soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed old food residue at front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked potatoes, pork, ribs without date marked, as per cook for more than 24 hours prior.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several spray bottles not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at 75F running for 3 minutes by front counter.
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle inside Cole slaw and red beans inside WIC. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed cook line equipment with heavy grease on sides.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cooking pots stored on floor at ware washing area.
24-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair at RIC at cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen. Observed inside WIF. Observed under smokers.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen area. Observed at WIF floor in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside WIF and RIF.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven and smoker soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed RIF at kitchen area.
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled. Observed hoods soiled at cook line. Observed on top of smoker heavy buildup of old food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelf above steam table with heavy food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Pitcher with drinking water stored in a freezer under a lid with exposed insulation.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork ribs thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. Observed wall in dishwasher area soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Inside reach in cooler.
40-06-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
5
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb underneath triple sink with hose attached, no vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink across from walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizing time as public health control without written procedures. Provided operator with form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside container of baked beans. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile leading to walk in cooler.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket broken at cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile missing near fryer on cook line and floor drain near kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler on cook line. Observed heavy grease buildup in between fryers.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. At wait station.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
14-17-4
Basic - Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled.
22-16-4
43
Mar 31, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor at back storage room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
95
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled with old food debris underneath shelves. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed walk in cooler floor soiled with old food debris underneath shelves. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled at dish area. Observed exterior of fryers heavily soiled with old food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed exterior of ice machine soiled at dish area. Observed exterior of fryers heavily soiled with old food debris. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at back storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at back storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
86
Jan 29, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook touch personal phone and then began preparing food, no hand wash. **Warning**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (82F-100F Hot Holding); macaroni and cheese (68F - Hot Holding) as per employee, products placed at steam table less than 1 hour prior. Employee began reheating products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at hand sink across from walk in cooler. Employee replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employees Louis, Maria and Danay employed more than 60 days, no proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food employee portioning shredded pork not wearing hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall leading to roof top entrance at dry storage room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer located in front of cook line. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor at back storage room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with mold like substance at ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
45
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed smoker racks soiled with old food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed smoker racks soiled with old food debris. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cooks preparing food not wearing hair restraints. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed cooks preparing food not wearing hair restraints. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled with old food debris underneath shelves. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed walk in cooler floor soiled with old food debris underneath shelves. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor at walk in freezer not smooth. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed floor at walk in freezer not smooth. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near rooftop entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near rooftop entrance. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled at dish area. Observed exterior of fryers heavily soiled with old food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed exterior of ice machine soiled at dish area. Observed exterior of fryers heavily soiled with old food debris. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit doors at kitchen open during inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed back exit doors at kitchen open during inspection. **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at back storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at back storage area. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls at dish area soiled with mold like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed walls at dish area soiled with mold like substance. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
52
Jan 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touch cooked corn bread and then placed on customer plate. Manager voluntarily discarded corn bread. Manager coached employee on bare hand contact with ready to eat food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
09-01-4
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature 140F). **Warning**
22-56-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed smoker racks soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cooks preparing food not wearing hair restraints. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled with old food debris underneath shelves. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor at walk in freezer not smooth. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near rooftop entrance. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled at dish area. Observed exterior of fryers heavily soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed clean tongs stored on dirty shelf. Manager removed tongs and took to dish area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
24-06-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit doors at kitchen open during inspection. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at back storage area. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls at dish area soiled with mold like substance. **Warning**
36-27-5
39
May 14, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked ribs (92F - Cooling) at hot box in kitchen, as per manager cooling for more than 2 hours. Manager took ribs to reheat to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: Observed cooked chicken wings (82F - Cooling) as per manager product was prepared 3 hours prior. Advised manager to reheat product to 165F. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-14: Observed cooked ribs at 101F, cooked chicken 85F all cooling at room temperature at smoker room. As per manager, more than 2 hours. Employee took product to reheat to 165F. **Admin Complaint**
03D-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-14: Required employee training expired for some employees. **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor inside walk in freezer not smooth. Also observed floor tiles cracked throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-14: Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor inside walk in freezer not smooth. Also observed floor tiles cracked throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-14: Observed Interior of ove **Time Extended**
22-08-4
70
May 6, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked ribs (92F - Cooling) at hot box in kitchen, as per manager cooling for more than 2 hours. Manager took ribs to reheat to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: Observed cooked chicken wings (82F - Cooling) as per manager product was prepared 3 hours prior. Advised manager to reheat product to 165F. **Admin Complaint**
03D-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled with old food debris. Observed interior of ice machine soiled at warehouse washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dishmachine temperature at 160F. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: Observed dishmachine temperature at 162F. **Time Extended**
22-56-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: 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. **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor inside walk in freezer not smooth. Also observed floor tiles cracked throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of smoker soiled with old food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
50
Apr 29, 2024
Complaint Full
8 critical violations. 6 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 27 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burger meat stored over sliced cheese inside of mini fridge.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed coleslaw (53F - Cooling) at walk in cooler as per manager product was prepared more than 4 hours prior. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pulled pork (45F - Cold Holding) inside of walk in cooler, as per manager since previous day.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mini fridge: raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cooked beef patty (53F - Cold Holding) in kitchen area. Observed pulled pork (45F - Cold Holding) inside of walk in cooler, as per manager since previous day.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed chicken wings and sliced brisket missing time mark at steam table.
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed coleslaw (53F - Cooling) at walk in cooler as per manager product was prepared more than 4 hours prior.
03D-06-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mac and cheese (120F - Hot Holding), as per manager for 3 hours - manager took product to reheat. And sauce with beef (109F - Hot Holding) **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at hose next to walk in cooler
29-34-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked ribs (92F - Cooling) at hot box in kitchen, as per manager cooling for more than 2 hours. Manager took ribs to reheat to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled with old food debris. Observed interior of ice machine soiled at warehouse washing area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dishmachine temperature at 160F.
22-56-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizing time as a public health control for cooked beef, cooked pork and cooked chicken. Provided written procedures via email to manager. **Repeat Violation**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of cooked beef and cooked pork not date marked. As per manager, items were prepared on previous days.
02C-02-5
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
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop touching beans inside container at walk in cooler. Manager removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling vents throughout kitchen and in smoker area.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored on soiled smoker.
24-06-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverages inside reach in freezer across from cook line and inside walk in cooler.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees preparing food without any hair and beard restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer soiled with old food debris. Observed floor soiled with oil at dry storage area.
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor inside walk in freezer not smooth. Also observed floor tiles cracked throughout kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of cooking oil stored on floor at dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at mini fridge and reach in freezer in kitchen area.
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside of mini fridge
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of smoker soiled with old food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open during inspection.
35B-03-4
9
Sep 12, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
58
Jan 10, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Nov 9, 2022
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed pork ribs (62F - Cooling); pork ribs (59F - Cooling) as per the label and the manager one pan was from 11-07 and the other 11-08.
03D-01-5
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 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed pork ribs (62F - Cooling); pork ribs (59F - Cooling) as per the label and the manager one pan was from 11-07 and the other 11-08.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed across from walk-in cooler.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a slicer soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the walk-in cooler.
23-24-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed a tray with silverware not protected on the soda machine.
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a green cutting board by the wait station. The manager discarded it.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in the ware wash area.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracks and missing tiles throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs on the fryer door. The manager removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed two containers of products not labeled at the kitchen entrance.
02D-01-5
35
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed surface temperature at 148F at dish machine.
22-49-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed beans (87F - Hot Holding) at steam table at cook line. As per manager, less than 1 hour. Observed cooked pork (83F - Hot Holding) at hot holding cabinet at cook line. As per manager, less than 1 hour. Employee took items to reheat to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution at 200ppm. Employee diluted solution to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 food employees not wearing hair restraints preparing sliced pork and breaded tomatoes.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area. Observed ceiling in disrepair near cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan at cook line soiled with accumulated dust. Observed reach in cooler fan soiled with black substance near beverage station. Observed shelves at cook king soiled with accumulated food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed 2 back exit doors open.
35B-03-4
Basic - Preparation table shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Located across from office.
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease at cook line. Observed wall soiled with black substance at walk in cooler.
36-27-5
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shortys Bar B Q last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shortys Bar B Q on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shortys Bar B Q?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Shortys Bar B Q.
How does Shortys Bar B Q compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Shortys Bar B Q most recently scored 20 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Shortys Bar B Q's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Shortys Bar B Q have averaged around 25 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Shortys Bar B Q means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Shortys Bar B Q inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shortys Bar B Q is inspected around four times per year on average.
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