Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne
Last inspected:
150 Sheriff Dr, Melbourne, FL 32940Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q in Melbourne has accumulated 346 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.5 per visit. The facility has never been shut down but faces recurring citations for ventilation issues (28 violations), food contact surfaces (19), and consumer advisories (19). One disciplinary action resulted in a $400 fine. Recent inspections from 2025 show improvement, with violation counts dropping to 2-7 per visit.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
10.5
violations / inspection
10.5 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017042480 | $400.00 | Jul 12, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 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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— 4 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections45 violations · 28 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections52 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne last inspected?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne had?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne find?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne ever been shut down?
- No, Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne been fined?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q of Viera in Melbourne has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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