How many health inspections has SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ had?

SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ ever been shut down?

No, SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ?

The most frequently cited violations at SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ

750 W MAIN ST, Inverness, FL 34450

Citrus County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: INVERNESS BBQ, LLC · License: SEA1901048

SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ in Inverness, FL has 22 inspections on record with 81 total violations (3.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

22Inspections

81Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 27, 2025

Inspection History (22)

Feb 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 12, 2024 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 25, 2023 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 17, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

Jul 6, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jul 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jan 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Jul 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Dec 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 21, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 20, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Dec 2, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 18, 2019 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 4, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jun 6, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 9, 2017 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Nov 28, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

How Does This Facility Compare?

SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Citrus County average of 0.29 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.30.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ had?: SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ ever been shut down?: No, SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ?: The most frequently cited violations at SONNYS REAL PIT BBQ are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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