Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns
Last inspected:
100 Bartram Oaks Walk, St. Johns, FL 32259Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns has accumulated 204 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.6 violations per visit. The facility has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Fire safety inspectors cited the restaurant twice for storing large propane tanks inside the building, both violations corrected on-site. Hand washing, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting are the most frequently cited violation types.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.92
violations / inspection
4.92 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019053205 | $400.00 | Aug 1, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
One large propane tank at frontline grill inside building. Moved by manager **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 · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Large 20 pound LP tank in building at frontline. Used to fire pit.
Removed by manager. **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.
Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 8 inspections37 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns last inspected?
- Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 18, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns had?
- Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns find?
- Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns was most recently inspected on May 18, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns ever been shut down?
- No, Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns been fined?
- Bono's Bar B Q in St. Johns has been fined a total of $400.00 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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