Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

3303 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224
Overview

Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville has accumulated 182 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern, including recurring citations for improper chemical storage, food contact surface issues, parasite destruction requirements, employee health reporting, and hand-washing violations appearing across multiple inspections from 2022 forward. Fire safety violations were documented on two occasions: propane tanks larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity were found inside the building on August 18, 2022 and February 15, 2023. Administrative complaints have been recommended following four separate inspections (July 2025, December 2024, July 2023, February 2023, and August 2022). The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025 identified 18 violations including high-priority citations for food contact surfaces, consumer advisory, and toxic substance control, resulting in "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

27Inspections
189Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.26 violations / inspection 6.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Duval County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 16 lb propane tank stored inside in front pit station. After reviewing with manager he placed tank outside of establishment **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 16lbs propane tank stored on cook line next to bbq pit. Manager moved propane tank outside. **Corrected On-Site**

Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville last inspected?
Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Toxic substance control.
How many health inspections has Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville had?
Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville find?
Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on August 3, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
No, Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Bono's BBQ in Jacksonville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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