HOMETOWN BARBECUE
1200 NW 22ND ST UNIT 100, Miami FL 33142 · 305-710-1118
Last inspected Dec 12, 2025 · 7 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 3 flying insects landing on food preparation table and cutting boards around the front counter food prep line. Observed approximately 4 flying insects in the air above food prep line in the kitchen area. Observed approximately 7 flying insects in the air by the floor drain located in the bar area.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025088994 | Dec 11, 2025 | Jan 29, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler.
Dec 11, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 3 flying insects landing on food preparation table and cutting boards around the front counter food prep line. Observed approximately 4 flying insects in the air above food prep line in the kitchen area. Observed approximately 7 flying insects in the air by the floor drain located in the bar area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the floor behind cooking equipment located in the kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 12 dead roaches, both large and small, on the floor underneath and above a fire pit not in use located by the front counter area. Observed one dead roach behind the hot holding cabinet located at the prep line by the front counter area. Observed 2 dead roaches around the floor drain located in the bar area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on equipment on drying rack next to kitchen entrance.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of pickles on the floor inside walk in cooler. Observed cases of oil on floor next to dry storage. Operator had employee raise both items off the floor onsite.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign by handwashing sink at entrance of kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk in cooler. Observed exterior of cook line soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls through kitchen.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed sausage over cut watermelons. Operator fixed it onsite.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed onsite.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Operator cleaned onsite.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed onsite.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2140 NW 12 AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the refrigerated drawers at front counter banana pudding (47F - Cold Holding), as per operator less than 1 hour. Employee removed pudding and transferred it back to the walk in cooler to maintain proper temperature.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Employees training expired on 2-2024 Anthony Hodge, Matt Cash, Tate Lumb.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a couple of water bottles stored on the premises table.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed the sanitation solution stored on the preparation table at back of the kitchen.
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2140 NW 12 AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth underneath white cutting board at the prep table. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink next to produce reach in cooler. Operator placed sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. Observed walk in protein cooler with soiled gasket.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled. Operator wiped down immediately.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2140 NW 12 AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at the front counter.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed liquid eggs over sauces in the walk-in cooler. The cook moved the liquid eggs to the bottom shelf.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler next to dish machine fan guards soiled.
Dec 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2140 NW 12 AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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. Form provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. The manager brought soap.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the ware washing area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a half empty water bottle on a dish rack. The manager discarded the water bottle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket and fan guards soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed over the triple sink.
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