How many health inspections has BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q had?

BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q ever been shut down?

No, BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q?

The most frequently cited violations at BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q

2640 BLANDING BLVD STE #211, Middleburg, FL 32068

Clay County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BLACK CREEK RESTAURANT INC · License: SEA2001309

BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q in Middleburg, FL has 23 inspections on record with 143 total violations (6.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

23Inspections

143Violations

0Closures

Data current as of January 30, 2025

Inspection History (23)

Jan 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 2, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 31, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 23, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 22, 2023 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 19, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 31, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Jun 26, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 27, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 6, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 7, 2017 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 8, 2017 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 5, 2016 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Clay County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q had?: BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q ever been shut down?: No, BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q?: The most frequently cited violations at BONO'S PIT BAR-B-Q are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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