Hometown Barbecue in Miami

Last inspected:

1200 Nw 22nd St Unit 100, Miami, FL 33142
Overview

Hometown Barbecue in Miami was emergency-closed on December 11, 2025 for rodent, roach, and fly activity. The facility has documented 137 violations across 20 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection — significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Recurring violations include improper hand washing cited in at least 5 inspections, chemical storage violations appearing in 7 inspections, and time-as-a-control-measure violations cited in 4 inspections. High-priority violations for employee health reporting and shell stock requirements have appeared multiple times. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Following the emergency closure, a complaint inspection on December 12, 2025 documented 6 additional violations and resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition.

Most recent closure: December 11, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
137Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Hometown Barbecue in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Hometown Barbecue in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Hometown Barbecue in Miami
DateReasonReopened
Rodent, Roach & Fly activity N/A

Hometown Barbecue in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Hometown Barbecue in Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2025088994 $400.00 Dec 11, 2025 Fort Lauderdale

Hometown Barbecue in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections30 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Hometown Barbecue in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hometown Barbecue in Miami last inspected?
Hometown Barbecue in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 12, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Hometown Barbecue in Miami last shut down?
Hometown Barbecue in Miami was last shut down on December 11, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Hometown Barbecue in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Hometown Barbecue in Miami are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Hometown Barbecue in Miami had?
Hometown Barbecue in Miami has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Hometown Barbecue in Miami find?
Hometown Barbecue in Miami was most recently inspected on December 12, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Hometown Barbecue in Miami ever been shut down?
Yes, Hometown Barbecue in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Hometown Barbecue in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Hometown Barbecue in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Hometown Barbecue in Miami been fined?
Hometown Barbecue in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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