Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando
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7423 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q in Orlando has accumulated 280 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 10 per visit. The facility operated briefly under the name Sonny's BBQ in 2017. Fire inspections documented blocked exits, with trash bins and boxes obstructing the back exit in 2022, though the operator corrected the issue on-site. Electrical hazards were also cited, including frayed wiring and a missing electrical box cover in the BBQ prep area.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
10
violations / inspection
10 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Trash bin and boxes blocking back exit. Operator moved items **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-07: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Trash bin and boxes blocking back exit. Operator moved items **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only. Electric box missing cover above prep table in BBQ prep area
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 22 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando last inspected?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando had?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 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 Orlando find?
- Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Sonny's BBQ (2017).
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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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