Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami
Last inspected:
9200 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 331562930Shorty's Bar-B-Que in Miami has accumulated 539 violations across 36 inspections since 2017, averaging 15 per visit. Fire inspectors repeatedly cited the facility for operating flat-top cooking equipment with no hood suppression system across steam tables, a violation flagged at least four times in 2025 and still unresolved as of December. The restaurant faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $160 fine. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of high-priority violations, with inspectors returning repeatedly in 2025 following warnings and administrative complaints.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
15
violations / inspection
15 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018006752 | $160.00 | Dec 27, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (7)
— 5 fire violations
— Complaint Full · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed flat top used for cooking with no hood system; across steam table. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed flat top used for cooking with no hood system; across steam table. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed flat top used for cooking with no hood system; across steam table. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed mini flat top used for cooking across steam table. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed mini flat top used for cooking across steam table.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-09-20: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-09-21: Observed Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by three compartment sink.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections70 violations · 36 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 9 inspections77 violations · 39 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami last inspected?
- Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami had?
- Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 15 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami find?
- Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 27 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami has 7 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami been fined?
- Shorty's Bar-b-que in Miami has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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