Shorty's Bar-B-Que
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
12
Score
Across the available record, Shorty's Bar-B-Que has 14 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 16, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 19 violations lately and about 28 violations before that.
“Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 10 times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Shorty's Bar-B-Que's 12 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
14
Inspections
4
Critical latest
7
Major latest
16
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 27 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach on same shelf with to go items. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wash gloved hands during inspection. Inspector spoke to employee about removing gloves before handwashing. Employee removed gloves, and properly washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at prep sink outside of smoker room. **Repeat Violation**
29-45-4
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee rub face and continue with their tasks. Inspector and manager spoke to employee on proper handwashing techniques and employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry food and dish racks soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sink at winter station used as dump sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen hand sink across cook line. Operator replaced during inspection.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no thermometer.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of received time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no thermometer.
05-12-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed 12/2024.
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave and oven doors soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to tiles in bathroom.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in damaged floor areas. Observed in both walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in disrepair in parts of kitchen and in smoker room.
36-17-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash buildup behind dumpsters.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed against wall and prep sink outside of smoker room. Operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment heavily soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection.
33-16-4
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed broken furniture in refuse area.
33-30-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in parts of kitchen and in smoker room. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside both walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
12
Dec 17, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Observed under Oreo tables where food is stored. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed odor handles of microwave and other equipment soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **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 throw out establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in coolers and in prep area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in walk in freezer in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets and exterior of multiple coolers soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen and walk in cooler and freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in coolers and walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in walk in cooler inside kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
47
Nov 13, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line: coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Employees began to grab ice to put on slaw. Observed under corn steamer at front counter: coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Employees began ran to get ice to put on slaw. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: Observed coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding). **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Observed under Oreo tables where food is stored. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed odor handles of microwave and other equipment soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **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 throw out establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee on cook line with earbud on. Observed multiple employees with watches. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
13-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees with no hair restaurant engaged in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door and windows in prep area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in coolers and in prep area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in walk in freezer in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets and exterior of multiple coolers soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed an open lid at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen and walk in cooler and freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in coolers and walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in walk in cooler inside kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
33
Nov 12, 2025
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 20 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line: coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Employees began to grab ice to put on slaw. Observed under corn steamer at front counter: coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Employees began ran to get ice to put on slaw. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flies in kitchen area above prep sink outside of smoker room. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at prep sink next to ovens. **Warning**
29-45-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pull up pants with gloved hands and no handwashing. Inspector went over handwashing with operator during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come from outside of establishment and enter kitchen with no handwashing. Inspector went over handwashing techniques with operator during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at waiter station. Observed no soap at hand sink in men's restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Observed under Oreo tables where food is stored. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed gasoline tank stored on dry food rack in kitchen area; next to and above soda syrup dispenser. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-04-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee on cook line with earbud on. Observed multiple employees with watches. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees with no hair restaurant engaged in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door and windows in prep area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in coolers and in prep area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in walk in freezer in disrepair. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed outside of smoking room. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets and exterior of multiple coolers soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed an open lid at time of inspection. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 drinks inside chest freezer. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink in kitchen, standing water. Operator plunged during inspection and water cleared from hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen and walk in cooler and freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in coolers and walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in walk in cooler inside kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed odor handles of microwave and other equipment soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throw out establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle and multiple cups in kitchen area above prep tables. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prep table in kitchen area. Manager removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
12
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife holder in smoke room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink outside of walk in. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink outside of walk in. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Observed under prep tables. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven and microwave door handles soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **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 throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed cooler across flat top with ambient temp of 60F. The following tcs foods stored inside: hot dogs (56F - Cold Holding); burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); raw steak (56F); cheese slices (58F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 1 hour prior to service. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed in back door next to ice bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand sink outside of walk in. As per operator; waiting on plumber. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
29-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in multiple walk in coolers. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple chest freezers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed utensils stored against soiled wall next to stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
10-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of multiple equipment soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in. Multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in and reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in walk in coolers, leaking air vent. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed under equipment in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
36-10-4
29
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 23 minor violations.
View 33 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. observed pesticide container on prep table outside of walk in cooler. Observed degreaser stored on prep table outside of walk in. Operator moved to secluded area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 rusted cans outside of walk in cooler; unidentifiable. As per operator, cans are not used for food service, just to open doors. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed water bottle and soda stored in ice machine in back of house used for customers. **Warning**
08B-56-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed water bottle and soda stored in ice machine in back of house used for customers. **Warning**
01B-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooler across flat top with ambient temp of 60F. The following tcs foods stored inside: hot dogs (56F - Cold Holding); burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); raw steak (56F); cheese slices (58F - Cold Holding). As per operator; items less than 1 hour inside cooler. All items were removed from cooler and placed in walk in for rapid chill. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife holder in smoke room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sink across cook line. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink outside of walk in. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink outside of walk in. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. Observed under prep tables. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in and reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of multiple equipment soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in. Multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed in back door next to ice bin. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed utensils stored against soiled wall next to stove. **Warning**
10-02-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice paddle on top of ice machine in back; soiled top. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple chest freezers. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in multiple walk in coolers. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand sink outside of walk in. As per operator; waiting on plumber. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
29-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prep table next to steam table. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drinks on top of dish machine. Observed drinks on counter where bbq sauce is stored at waiter station. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed cooler across flat top with ambient temp of 60F. The following tcs foods stored inside: hot dogs (56F - Cold Holding); burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); raw steak (56F); cheese slices (58F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 1 hour prior to service. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed under equipment in kitchen. **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in walk in coolers, leaking air vent. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven and microwave door handles soiled. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepping to go orders with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
9
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife holder heavily soiled in smoker room - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In smoker room **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn and handle broken at reach in cooler in front of grill - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
78
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
33
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
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
35
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ribs (88F - Hot Holding) at hot box located in front of the grill. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the cooked ribs to the oven to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw hamburger (48 F - Cold Holding); sausages (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler located in front of grill. As per manager for less than three hours. Manager moved the products to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Food employees reporting agreement was provided. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee washed a tongs in the hand wash sink preparation area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled. And at smoker area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the hot box gasket torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water at walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two knives between the walls and preparation tables. Operator removed the knives. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. At walk in freezer. **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at preparation area. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork not covered at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ribs thawed at smoker area. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. At smoker area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from refrigeration system at walk in cooler. **Warning**
29-11-4
23
Apr 27, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed the hose connected outside the smoker room without a vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the grill hand wash sink **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the preparation area hand wash sink
31B-03-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed in the walk in freezer soiled cardboard on the floor of the unit. **Repeat Violation**
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the vent near the smoker area soiled **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed the triple sink is used in the following order. clean, sanitize and rinse **Repeat Violation**
16-13-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in both walk in coolers
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed wall fans at the front and back areas soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at the smoker area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
47
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed the hose connected outside the smoker room without a vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed by the grill ribs (108F - Hot Holding). Per operator less then one hour. Ribs are sold in less than three hours and are reheated before serving. Observed by the grill area chicken (120F - Hot Holding). Per operator less than an hour and a half. Chicken is reheated once it is ordered.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand wash sink near the smokers with a spoon in it
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the hand wash sink by the grill with no paper towel
31B-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed in the walk in freezer soiled cardboard on the floor of the unit. **Repeat Violation**
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the vent near the smoker area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed the triple sink is used in the following order. clean, sanitize and rinse
16-13-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed the back screen door with a gap at the threshold.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed wall fans at the front and back areas soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at the smoker area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled outside the smoker area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
33
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
33
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shorty's Bar-B-Que last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shorty's Bar-B-Que on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shorty's Bar-B-Que?
Across the inspection record, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Shorty's Bar-B-Que.
How does Shorty's Bar-B-Que compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Shorty's Bar-B-Que most recently scored 12 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Shorty's Bar-B-Que's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Shorty's Bar-B-Que have averaged around 19 violations per visit, down from roughly 28 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Shorty's Bar-B-Que 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 Shorty's Bar-B-Que inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shorty's Bar-B-Que is inspected around four times per year on average.
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