Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow
Last inspected:
595 N Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830Sonny's BBQ 106 in Bartow averaged 3.96 violations per inspection across 24 inspections between July 2022 and December 2025, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations for chemical storage, shell stock handling, and food contact surface sanitation appeared across multiple inspections. Shell stock requirements violations were cited in at least 4 separate inspections, and chemical storage violations appeared in 6 inspections. Employee health reporting violations were documented in 2 inspections. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition following 3 violations, all involving chemical storage. An inspection on October 21, 2025 issued a Warning and documented 15 violations including shell stock and chemical storage issues. An administrative complaint was recommended following the July 6, 2023 inspection.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow last inspected?
- Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow had?
- Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow find?
- Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow ever been shut down?
- No, Sonnys BBQ 106 in Bartow has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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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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