Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness
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750 W Main St, Inverness, FL 34450Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Inverness has accumulated 87 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have been recurring, including shell stock handling requirements cited in multiple inspections (August 2025, July 2024), consumer advisory violations (August 2025, February 2025), proper cooking temperatures (July 2024), and time-as-control violations appearing across four inspections (January 2024, July 2023, March 2023, July 2022). An August 2025 routine inspection resulted in 12 violations including two high-priority shell stock violations, two consumer advisory violations, and parasite destruction violations, leading to an administrative complaint recommendation. The most recent inspection on March 27, 2026 was completed with no further action and zero violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness last inspected?
- Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness had?
- Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness find?
- Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness was most recently inspected on March 27, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness ever been shut down?
- No, Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sonnys Real Pit BBQ in Inverness has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
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