Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
4907 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 322074801Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville has logged 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.9 violations per inspection—more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility accumulated 261 total violations on record, with recurring high-priority violations in handwashing procedures, chemical storage, proper cooking temperatures, and food contact surface sanitation. Employee health policy violations appeared across multiple inspections. Three fire safety violations were documented between 2016 and 2022, all involving propane tank storage inside the building in violation of fire code. The facility has not been emergency-closed. On March 26, 2024, an administrative complaint was recommended following an inspection that identified 15 violations, including improper handwashing, improper chemical storage, and inadequate cooking temperatures. Most recently, on February 9, 2026, an inspection identified 24 violations and a Warning was Issued; the facility was called back on February 10, 2026 and complied with all required corrections.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville had?
- Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville find?
- Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Bono's Pit BBQ in Jacksonville has 3 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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