Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

10645 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Overview

Bono's Bar-B-Q in Jacksonville has averaged 7.4 violations per inspection across 20 inspections since 2016, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on June 28, 2021 for roach and fly activity. High-priority violations have been recurring: employee health reporting violations appeared in 5 inspections, chemical storage violations in 6 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in 7 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented at the most recent inspection on August 11, 2025, noting a propane tank larger than code-permitted capacity located inside the building. The most recent inspection on August 11, 2025 cited 33 violations (5 high-priority, 3 intermediate, 5 basic) and resulted in Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Most recent closure: June 28, 2021 for roach & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
155Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 7.4 violations / inspection 7.4 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville
DateReasonReopened
Roach & fly activity 16:26:00

Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2021031287 $400.00 Jun 28, 2021 Tampa

Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 20lb lp tank used to start smoker at front line.

Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville last inspected?
Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville last shut down?
Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville was last shut down on June 28, 2021 for roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville had?
Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville find?
Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
Yes, Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
Has Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville been fined?
Bono's Bar-b-q in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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