Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park
Last inspected:
4385 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park, FL 33781Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park has accumulated 200 violations across 25 inspections, averaging 8 violations per inspection—more than 50% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been recurring across the inspection history, including shell stock requirements failures cited in at least 6 inspections, chemical storage violations appearing in at least 5 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations documented in at least 5 inspections, and consumer advisory failures in at least 6 inspections. Handwashing violations were cited in at least 2 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. On July 29, 2024, an administrative complaint was recommended following an inspection that documented 11 violations, including three high-priority findings for handwashing, toxic substance control, and chemical storage. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 was complaint-based and resulted in three allergen awareness violations; inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024054728 | $200.00 | Jul 29, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 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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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 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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— 3 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park last inspected?
- Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park had?
- Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park find?
- Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park was most recently inspected on January 12, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park ever been shut down?
- No, Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- Has Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park been fined?
- Sonny's Real Pit BBQ in Pinellas Park has been fined a total of $200.00 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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