Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast
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25 Cypress Edge Dr, Palm Coast, FL 32137Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast has been emergency-closed once, on November 10, 2021, for rodent activity. The facility averaged 4.97 violations per inspection across 38 inspections, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations have been the dominant recurring pattern, cited in 9 of the past 8 inspections spanning 2024 through 2026 — including failures to report sick employees and improper employee reporting procedures. High-priority violations for consumer advisory, chemical storage, and food contact surfaces have also appeared repeatedly. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied following a complaint inspection on March 24, 2026 that issued a Warning and documented 12 violations, including multiple instances of improper employee health policy, toxic substance control, and food contact surface issues.
Most recent closure: November 10, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast: Comparison to Flagler County Averages
Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021054385 | $600.00 | Nov 10, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast last inspected?
- Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast last shut down?
- Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast was last shut down on November 10, 2021 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast had?
- Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast find?
- Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast was most recently inspected on July 27, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast been fined?
- Sonny`s Real Pit Bar B Q in Palm Coast has been fined a total of $600.00 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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