Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay
Last inspected:
1020 Malabar Rd Se, Palm Bay, FL 32907Sonny's Bar-B-Q of Palm Bay has accumulated 296 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 per visit. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and ventilation issues represent the most frequently cited problems. The facility has faced one disciplinary action totaling $100 in fines. Fire safety records include one citation for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 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 Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $100.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2016049723 | $100.00 | Aug 16, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only./ extinguisher by walk in
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 Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 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· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 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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— 2 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay last inspected?
- Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay had?
- Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay find?
- Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay ever been shut down?
- No, Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $100.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay been fined?
- Sonny's Bar-b-q of Palm Bay in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $100.00 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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