Wholly Smoke Bar-Q

1920 Tigertail Blvd Unit 12, Dania Beach, FL 33004

American

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Wholly Smoke Bar-Q has been inspected seven times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 6, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

“Light shield damaged/in disrepair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Dania Beach sits at 80, putting Wholly Smoke Bar-Q on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. On kitchen, light shield missing.

38-01-4

Dec 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Apr 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep table in kitchen area, loose food debris.

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dry goods storage shelf, soil and condiment spells, in kitchen area.

23-03-4

Nov 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Aug 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Freezer chest lid inside panel is not attached to lid exposing insulation **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Jun 17, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 2 plastic bottles of water stored in hand washing sink by walk-in cooler. **Warning**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located by walk-in cooler. Employee provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Freezer chest lid inside panel is not attached to lid exposing insulation **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water handle not securely attached. **Warning**

29-08-4

Apr 5, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 5 Light shields in kitchen.

38-01-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet leaking hand washing sink front of walk in cooler. Water turned off.

29-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wholly Smoke Bar-Q last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wholly Smoke Bar-Q on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wholly Smoke Bar-Q?

Across the inspection record, “light shield damaged/in disrepair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wholly Smoke Bar-Q.

How does Wholly Smoke Bar-Q compare to other restaurants in Dania Beach?

Wholly Smoke Bar-Q most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Dania Beach average of 80.

Has Wholly Smoke Bar-Q's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Wholly Smoke Bar-Q have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wholly Smoke Bar-Q means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Wholly Smoke Bar-Q inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wholly Smoke Bar-Q is inspected around two times per year on average.

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