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

SONNY'S BAR-B-Q has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

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

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

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

The most frequently cited violations at SONNY'S BAR-B-Q are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

SONNY'S BAR-B-Q

1976 KINGSLEY AVE, Orange Park, FL 32073

Clay County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: DUVAL BBQ LLC · License: SEA2000225

SONNY'S BAR-B-Q in Orange Park, FL has 22 inspections on record with 138 total violations (6.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Data current as of April 18, 2025

Inspection History (22)

Apr 18, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Inspection History (22)

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