As someone who's grown up eating Shorty's, I have to say they're one of those BBQ restaurants that you can always expect a delicious meal at. Whether eating there or taking out, I've never had an issue in 15+ years. With a good variety on their menu & always keeping their prices fair, I like having them in rotation. Whether you're feeling a pulled pork sandwich (my personal favorite), ribs that fall off the bone, incredibly tender brisket, or even a burger with that mouth-watering char taste, you're sure to be satisfied. You can tell when BBQ is freshly prepared or has been sitting around for a while & they sure do it right here; the meat is never dried out or under seasoned. Portions are hearty & they have some amazing sides to go along with your main dish. You can't go here without ordering the fried okra or Mac & cheese. Their baked beans are also good, with a nice hint of sweetness that isn't too much. On that note, I can drink their sweet tea by the gallon. If you love tea like I do, then you'll be more than satisfied with an ice cold glass (or 3). I also might as well give their banana pudding an honorable mention because It's a great way to end a great meal. Service is always solid here & even when it's busy, I've never had to wait very long. There's a good bit of seating inside which helps manage the crowds but usually it's never an issue. I know when I want fresh & consistent BBQ, Shorty's is always there for that. If you've never been, it's well worth a trip to check them out. read more

I'm so disappointed. Right when the server comes up at restaurants, I always disclose my dietary restriction and ask about a safe dish. At Shorty's, I asked if the 1/4 chicken dish was gluten free. The server said yes it's just baked chicken and I asked about the marinade per the menu. She said it's "Shorty's sauce" so I asked if it's GF and she said she didn't know, so I asked if she can please find out. She came back and said there's no marinade so I went ahead and ordered the chicken. I asked her if she could tell me if any of the table sauces were GF and again "I don't know". I asked if she can please ask someone who would know and no rush. She said she would get someone to come talk to me. Several minutes passed, she brings my food and I ask again about the sauce and she seems bothered and said they are way too busy and probably no one will be able to come talk to me. I wait some more time, and when the next round of meals comes out, we ask again and she reiterated that it's too busy and no manager or chef was able to give her a simple answer about if the BBQ sauce is gluten free. All she said was she knows the bbq is "sugar free or something". So after waiting, I just decided to eat and the chicken was BONE DRY. It felt like sacrilege the way they cooked that chicken until it was nearly powdered. Fast forward and meal ends and the server noticed I didn't eat much and asked why, I said the chicken is dry and she said "oh yeah it's always dry and you couldn't have sauce". ... Anyway, we will not be back. I'm also not convinced that she even brought up the question to manager. As someone who has worked in the food industry for several years, I feel it is the bare minimum to understand common allergens and restrictions that people may have and that they deserve to be taken seriously. read more

Bbq Ribs & Chicken combo-- the ribs were FANTASTIC. The chicken was lacking flavor. Loved the Cole slaw, perfect oniony and sweetness mix with cabbage crunch. I did like the option of the bbq sauce on the side, the bbq sauce definitely tastes award winning with smokey vibes and vinegar based. Cornbread and corn on the cob not my favorite, I opted for the baked potato (came with sour cream and butter) instead of fries, also probably a mistake on my part. The website online ordering was easy, and I liked the outdoor pick up window, good service. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

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Incredible Cheese burger 1/2 - Always have gone to have BBQ chicken, but decided to switch it up for lunch. This is a great value & tasty burger. I would say bigger than anyone else. Burger straight order from the menu. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Char - Burger 1/2 pound - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

Hey ya'll, got another delivery. Tried something small from this establishment before I went big. Got the Chicken Bacon Melt with fries and coleslaw. The fries definitely needed some seasoning help and the coleslaw did well with a little salt. The amount of fries matches the chicken sandwich perfectly. The chicken sandwich was good. I put a little at home sauce on it, I needed some swag like the fries. But nonetheless I was satisfied. I usually don't try new meals for dinner, expecting disappointment. But this was a great shocker. Ya'll should try for yourself. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Chicken Bacon Melt with fries on the side - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

I'm not really a big BBQ fan since many places use liquid smoke when preparing their food and I just don't like the flavor. Shorty's offers up some really good meats and chicken without masking the flavor of the protein. They offer sides and starters such as fries. corn on the cob, cole slaw,baked beans, corn bread, Mac and cheese and onion rings. All their sides are really good so it's hard for me to recommend just one however I'm a huge fan of their fried okra so if you like okra I suggest you try theirs. I recently tried their burger and it was cooked perfectly, nice and juicy with a delicious grilled flavor. If you're looking for a great burger this is your spot. The ribs are so good and one of their top sellers. I prefer their pork ribs but the baby back ribs are also delicious. They serve a variety of sauces on the side and my favorite one is a sauce that they serve warm. It's more vinegar based with no sweet taste at all and it's so good. They offer desserts there such as pecan pie, carrot cake and cheesecake among others but I never have enough room left to eat dessert but they look really, really good. I recently had a chance to talk with Brad, one of the managers and he was a really nice guy who you can tell believes the customer always comes first and he wants them to leave satisfied and happy with their dining experience. read more

As a native south Floridian, Shorty's barbecue has always been a pass time time. we aren't known for our barbecue so when you happen to have a place you embrace it. I opted for takeout today and while it's not the best barbecue, I have ever eaten it. It's definitely consistent If you know what to order. the ribs were cooked really good and the chicken tasted great. I'm actually all about the sides because they have great coleslaw, baked beans, corn, and the list goes on and on. Let's not forget about this sweet tea. I think that's what lured me in today. it's really great for family combo meals cause you could get a platter and feed everyone if you're ever in the davie area I think it's worth a shot read more

Shorty's BBQ - Brisket & Chicken Combo. - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

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I have been visiting this Shorty's on and off for about 12 years. I used to go for lunch more often when I worked nearby. Lately, we just get take-out ribs by the pound. Love them. The service is always good, and they cook the ribs just the way we tell them we want them: well done with no char! Prices are heftier, with 2 lbs. of spare ribs (not baby back) costing about $38. We get about 14 ribs that lasts for two meals for two people. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Shorty's spare ribs are served with some Pillsbury biscuits from the oven. - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

Amazing food and always a great experience. I've been coming here since I was a kid, and it's always a pleasure to come back. The place has a strong Texas-style BBQ vibe that makes it feel authentic and welcoming. You have to try the ribs with their house-made BBQ sauce -- absolutely delicious and one of the best things on the menu. The service has always been good every time I've visited. Another plus is the beer pitchers, which are very convenient and perfect for sharing. The place looks great too; it seems like they remodeled recently, and everything feels nicer and well kept. Don't skip the sweet corn with butter -- spectacular. Highly recommended, especially if you love classic BBQ. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Family in restaurant - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

I LOVE SHORTYS SO MUCH!!!!!!!! Id give them 1 million stars if I could. Their fries are the absolute best in South Florida. Ask for them extra crispy with their BBQ sauce..... SO GOOODDDDDDD. Always excellent service aswell. Ive never had a bad experience here. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Fries to go - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

It certainly isn't the best food, but it's decent. We have a sentimental attachment to this place, so whenever we're near one of their locations, we go! This time around, the food wasn't exactly top-notch, but I don't regret going. The price for the kids' meal is very fair--just $4.99. The ribs were a bit tough, but the corn and cornbread were delicious and succulent, as always. Atmosphere it's good and service too read more

The service was nice and the ambiance was alright. A plus that they were showing the fifa 2026 world cup game which was amazing. I didn't really like though that my food came in 7 minutes after the rest of my table got their food. My philly cheesesteak was okay at best but nothing phenomenal to be completely honest. My stomach was actually in pain after eating the food here so that's a little interesting as well. All in all even though it was a 4th of july occasion I don't really see myself coming back to a place like this in the future... read more

Shorty's BBQ - Philly cheesesteak - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

I came here for an early dinner with my family on a Wednesday night. We ordered the appetizer sampler platter (chicken wings, mozzarella sticks, potato skins, fried okra) and the full rack of ribs (garlic bread, fries, coleslaw). The portions were large and definitely shareable. The appetizers tasted fresh especially the fried okra. The full rack of ribs were a bit dry and overcooked. The fries and garlic bread were good though. Service was friendly and fast. I did like they provided warm water in individual cups to wash our hands after the meal. It's a solid place for BBQ if you're in the area. read more

Shorty's BBQ - full rack of ribs with fries, garlic bread, and coleslaw - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

It's been a long time since I've been to Shorty's for ribs. And eating there the other day reminded me that I need to go back more. The half rack of ribs was right off the bone delicious. Juicy, tender, and oh that barbecue sauce yummy. It makes me feel like I'm in Texas with the interior decor. fun place to go and eat. read more

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Came in with my mother and we loved it, everything was great from the second we walked in. I got the burger which was delicious, the onion rings were fantastic as was the service. I will be back and I'm sorry I never came sooner read more

Anyone who's been in Florida for a while knows we're kind of lacking in the barbecue department. However, I found myself pretty okay with the meal I had at Shorty's. At least by Florida standards, I certainly wasn't mad at it. The baby back ribs were decently tender, although there was a little too much fat in a few spots near the end. I thought the sauce was nice, more Kansas City style. I wish they'd had a smokey char on the outside, but I would be willing to order these again. As for the sides, the cornbread was decent, sweet enough and not too dry. The fries and garlic toast were fine, but the coleslaw was really bland. We tried the key lime pie after seeing a few people praise it online, but it was nowhere near tart enough in my opinion. While the interior was a little kitschy, the food came out quick, and it's really convenient that they're open a little later (10 PM), unlike a lot of places in the area. In truth, I feel like this is more of a 3.5 star, but given the shortage we've got down here, I'll bump it to 4. I'd be willing to give them another try and sample some of their other menu options. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

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Just as remembered from 20 years ago. We frequented this place in the 90'- 2000. Had a chance to go back a few weeks ago, the place has been updated but the rustic decor and long table are still there. Food was fantastic, servings were plentiful, ribs fall off the bone and warmed bbq sauce still served. read more

The original Shorty's opened in South Miami way back in 1951. In addition to the South Miami Shorty's there is a restaurant in West Miami and this one in Davie which opened in 1988. They also do a lot of catering. I remembered them fondly from my time living in Davie in the early 90's. I was in the area and decided to have a little Oscar's party and I ordered a family pack so I didn't have to cook dinner. I phoned in my order a half hour before I wanted it and was easily able to pick it up outside at the walk up window. I appreciate how fast and convenient it is to get your food here and get back on your way. If you want to dine in, the inside is very rustic with wood tables and all kinds of western decorations that goes well with the Davie theme. For the meal I chose the family baby back platter for two ($52.99) and it was a lot of food. I paid an extra dollar for white meat chicken. You get a aluminum tray filled with beef, chicken, pork, and ribs along with a box filled with fries and four pieces of Texas toast. Rounding out the meal was corn on the cob, beans, coleslaw, and BBQ sauce. The meat was really tender and flavor and there was enough for leftovers. I enjoyed it with their sauce, coleslaw, fries, and toast. We ended up tossing the beans because they had no taste and the corn was really awful as well. It was minor quibble and if I bought a family platter again I would probably just make my own corn and grab some beans from the Publix deli. Shorty's BBQ is a Davie landmark on the northwest corner of University Drive and Stirling Road. This place holds a lot of nostalgia for me and it says a lot for them to have stayed in business as long as they have. They area is starting to change with more development but I hope they stay the same old fashioned, locally loved BBQ joint they have always been. read more

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The food is always good my favorite is the coleslaw spareribs baked beans and baked potatoes,the service is great,one of my favorite barbecue place read more

Thursday night, 8pm. Hungry. We started with an order of onion rings. To my surprise, they were made right. The key to proper onion rings is that they are large rings with just the amount of seasoned breading, gently fried. The end caps or tiny pieces would be used for house made BBQ sauce if the chef knows what he's doing and this guy does. I had the brisket sandwich which came with fries and my friend had the baby back ribs and chicken combo. First the fries that came with the sandwich and my friend's combo were generic, fancy cut frozen fries, but they were generally fried well and honestly can't have too much of it as it's just too filling. The brisket on the sandwich was generally pretty lean which I didn't mind - it would be awesome if pickles were provided. The ribs - moist. Chicken - moist and that's rare for something grilled. No sandbagging here! Service was slightly slow for the night, but the quality, fair value, and ambiance made up for the experience. Only few odd things that happened was providing a sauce that was stored in a parmesan cheese shaker (real messy trying to pour that onto food). Instead of a standard wet nap, a small cup of warm water was provided to wash your hands with the roll of paper towel already on the table. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Legit onion rings - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

Stopped in by chance and was not disappointed. Excellent brisket burger and my favorite French fries "crinkle cut". Cooked to perfection. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

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Had not been here in years and oh boy good service but terrible BBQ. Came on a Sunday afternoon for lunch with the family since I was in the mood for BBQ and left disappointed. The service of both the hostess and our server was attentive and friendly. I had the chicken and ribs combo which was about $22 and it was terrible. The chicken was so tiny it looked like a pigeon and had absolutely no taste at all and the 3 ribs on the plate were also bland and needed meat on them for the price paid, The plate itself was very small and not worth the price. My daughter had the wings and said they were pretty good and had some flavor on them. The boys had the Chicken tenders and the cheeseburger which were pretty basic. and so was the little ones' cheeseburger. The ambiance it was of a western feel. I would definitely would not return. read more

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Great place to eat baby back ribs. The service was excellent and fast. Place depending the time you visit, it can get crowded, but it is worth the wait. Country style ambient, making it a unique place in the middle a great city. I love the place. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Greet baby back ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

Mediocre bbq that has a taste that is not as good as the other place in town. The sauce tasted like something I could get in a jar at the supermarket. The ribs were very fatty, not meaty. Service was fast and pleasant. It is not a bad restaurant. Just not a really good one. read more

Shorty's BBQ - Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

We've been eating at Shorty's in Miami for decades, so we were excited to learn of a closer location to our new home. The ribs, chicken, pulled pork are delectable & finger-licking good (not the pulled pork, but I imagine it would be for the caveman-inclined...). Sides, especially coleslaw, fries and mac 'n cheese are delish. And the corn bread is to die for: larger than most mini-loaves, and authentic as heck. We didn't eat in the restaurant proper, but we did pick up, plop down and consume. FANTASTIC! read more

"Shorty's Barbecue is hands-down one of my favorite spots--not just for the amazing food, but also for their top-notch rewards program. Their burger is seriously one of the best I've ever had: juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection every time. If you haven't signed up for their rewards yet, you're missing out on great deals and exclusive offers. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the food always hits the spot. Whether you're a regular or visiting for the first time, Shorty's never disappoints!" Less than $20 for the burger fries and a large Arnold Palmer read more

Shorty's BBQ - This cheeseburger needs no introduction - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

This was my second time there in 3 weeks. The pulled pork on garlic bread was great. Too much food for a cheap price.

I've been going to this Shorty's for decades and it's usually pretty good but today I had a negative experience. I placed an order (outside). I told the person at the window I wanted a side chicken breast and a 2nd sweet potato. Since I was using my $20 piggy bank rewards I told him I would pay the difference. When I picked up the order I asked if I owed money and he said no. When I got home the extra chicken breast was missing so I called. The guy who took the order said he misunderstood and thought I didn't want the chicken. I was very clear but figured not that big a deal and next time, they could add it to my order. He said he couldn't. I asked for the manager and explained that my order was not filled correctly. He said I didn't pay for the chicken. That is not MY mistake. I clearly said I wanted the chicken and would pay any additional cost. The appropriate thing would have been for him to apologize which he did not and he also said he wouldn't credit me and no point in further discussing. It's not about the money! The attitude was terrible. The rest of the order was okay except the chicken was VERY dry plus I was told there would be fries and there were none. The coleslaw (which should be cold,) was underneath the hot chicken and sweet potatoes. The mistake by the order taker was unintentional but the to go manager made an intentional choice to show no respect for a customer. When you take an order incorrectly and someone is inconvenienced (not enough food) a good manager would make it right. Overall, Shorty's left a bad taste in my mouth...not because of the actual taste....but because of the poor customer service! There are other bbq places nearby with better food and service! read more

Shorty's BBQ - The charge for an additional sweet potato was $4.49. This is what I got...a small, dirty, old looking sweet potato with strings. - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

First let me say I love Shorties and wish there was one in Jensen Beach. My last visit however was not great. The ribs I think should've had a better sear or grill look to them. In addition they were not very meaty at all. My ribs had a little bit of bbq sauce on it- not what I was looking for. The coleslaw is my absolute favorite but I'm thinking they make it at the restaurant because consistency is somewhat hit or miss. What I got had way too much 'sauce'. Big disappointment as I get ribs from this location and drive them 2 hours North. For $50 or so this was a huge disappointment. These ribs have been my alternative to Flanagan's but must say- Flanagans ALWAYS delivers amazing ribs- and Shorties not so much. Btw- the one on Bird Road usually does very well. read more

I went in for lunch with a group. I saw that they had Burnt Ends as an appetizer and had to give them a try. I was not disappointed they were excellent. read more

Shorty's BBQ - New Burnt Ends. Excellent - Barbeque Near Me - Davie, Florida

I didn't go to Shorty's BBQ, I only ordered a home delivery of Shorty's baby back ribs along with some of their cole slaw and BBQ beans. To order for delivery there is a .99 cent charge plus a delivery fee. My order arrived quickly and exactly as ordered. The baby back ribs were delicious; perfectly done and super tasty as also were the bean and cole slaw. read more

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Great service, terrible Bbq. Came in on a Sunday afternoon for a family lunch and left disappointed. I haven't been in this location in YEARS , but we wanted bbq so we went for it. The service was great both the hostess and our server were attentive and friendly. We had the chicken and ribs combo which was about $22 was terrible. Chicken was so tiny and had absolutely no seasoning at all and the ribs were also bland. The plate itself was very small and not worth the price. The wings were pretty good and some flavor to it. Chicken tenders were pretty basic and so was the little ones cheeseburger. Overall I wouldn't be back. read more

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The one word to use for Shorty's is consistent. Always good flavor, quick and good service. Today we ordered the Baby back rib platter and the pulled pork platter. Both came with fries, garlic bread and Cole slaw. We also ordered a side of BBQ beans. The ribs were fall off the bone and the pulled pork was delicious! The beans were fair, not a huge punch of flavor. The beer selection was minimal. Overall the food and service were great! read more

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This is the 3rd time in as many moths that ate at Shorty's. First time ordered BBQ 1/2 chicken. Brett was as dry as burnt wood. I let it slide. On second visit I mentioned my last visit to waitress and asked her to make sure breast wasn't dry. They served me and was worse than first time. I asked waitress to change breast for a thigh. Today on my last visit was ground hog day again. Breast was overcooked and couldn't even chew it. I used to enjoy Shorty's but that's no more. Will not be coming back here again. you're out! read more

It's decent but nothing spectacular. I'm a native Floridian, so I'm an old Sonny's BBQ person. I like tender, slow, low. Well the meals we had were good just for lunch. Pulled pork was good. Beans, fries. We would back. It's old school, picnic style. Jeans, shorts vibe. Good service. Sweet tea was weak, not strong. Go for decent but not 'slap ya mama' food. Nice lunch! Left overs heated up ok. For $50 3 people could eat well. Now the sauce is just blah! They should switch to Baby Ray, a better jar sauce. Then the brought some homemade vingear based sauce. Horrible lol. My mom from GA, it's an old fashion way to make sauce, I had it at mom's, hated it then lol. I like a thick, rich brown or yellow gold sauce! Whats better and near but more $: I like MISSION even though it's a chain, its better and consistent and maybe $2 more for everything. They have great corn casserole, good deserts, tender meats but it's easily $50 for 2. Bring back Sonny's! Go enjoy, it's a nice quick lunch that won't make you cry or break the bank! read more

Shorty's barbecue has to be one of the worst barbecues that I had and all of my life no seasoning on the barbecue at all it tasted real dry real mid yeah one out of 10 for sure and I won't be back. Service is cool to make sure that I got everything I needed and the ambience why I didn't go inside and after trying the food I don't wanna go outside. I am good that day that stuff bad Taste in my mouth for sure. read more

Bbq is not that good. The short rib was very tough, chewy, and dry. The fries had no salt and were extremely dry. The potatoes inside were very crumbly because of the dryness. The chicken wasn't dry , but it lacked a lot of necessary flavor. The garlic toast is good and the baby back ribs were decent, but not incredible. The beans were ok. The BBQ sauce brings out the flavor that some meat were lacking. Overall, this is a mediocre barbecue spot. read more

Pretty decent Bbq. Great sauce for the chicken Service is usually good. Ambiance is old school but well kept.

I was denied my water cup, I'm 5 months pregnant and it's my birthday. I understand that there's a sign and "corporate" mandates, but I can't have sodas and the water here was gross. The manager was absolutely rude and seriously turned around and gave me his back. I loved this place I live far and came just for this for my birthday. read more

My son got food delivered from here for my birthday . Two of the three meals were disgusting!! The "pulled" pork was sliced , grey meat! The BBQ sauce terrible ! My husband ordered a cheeseburger , the menu said it was the best burger in town. It basically was a cheeseburger and a bun. No lettuce , tomato , onion like the menu said. My son ordered the ribs and Mac & Cheese. Kraft Mac & Cheese would have been better ! The ribs were good. The fries the best thing going. Haven't eaten their food in years . Done ! Will never order again . read more