Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
1923 S Lane Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32210Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville has accumulated 215 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.3 violations per visit. The facility has never been shut down and faces no fire safety violations. Top recurring issues include improper ventilation, chemical storage, and food contact surface contamination. Recent inspections from 2024 through March 2026 show persistent compliance problems, with a spike to 20 violations in November 2024.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
8.3
violations / inspection
8.3 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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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— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville had?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville find?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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