SONNY'S REAL PIT BAR BQ Health Score — Jacksonville, FL

12485 SAN JOSE BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32223

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 1
Inspected 7/20/2026
Jacksonville avg 86 / 100
B
89 / 100
Good

1 high-risk issue, 4 minor issues found

Inspected July 20, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 43% of restaurants in Jacksonville. The city average ClearScore is 86 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
1
Moderate
0
Minor
4

Violations Found

  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • Minor Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities
  • Minor Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Minor Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils; air drying
  • Minor Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented

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Frequently Asked Questions

SONNY'S REAL PIT BAR BQ received a ClearScore of 89/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on July 20, 2026. 5 violations were found, including 1 high-risk issue. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

The most recent inspection of SONNY'S REAL PIT BAR BQ on July 20, 2026 found 5 violations: 1 high-risk, 0 moderate, and 4 minor. High-risk violations are the most serious category and require immediate correction under Florida law.

SONNY'S REAL PIT BAR BQ was last inspected on July 20, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

SONNY'S REAL PIT BAR BQ received a Grade B (ClearScore 89/100) on its most recent inspection. There was 1 high-risk violation noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

The most recent inspection found 5 violations at SONNY'S REAL PIT BAR BQ: 1. Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS) 2. Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities 3. Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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