BONO'S PIT BARBQ
1266 3 STREET S, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.656.8027
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well on cook line Baked beans (109F-115F - Hot Holding). Manager removed and placed in oven to reheat.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well on cook line Baked beans (109F-115F - Hot Holding). Manager removed and placed in oven to reheat.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor in walk in cooler not sealed.
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a threaded hose Bibb located on front service area with hose connected without a back flow device connected.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at the exit door near rest rooms near door handle.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles next to walk in cooler door in disrepair.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed walk in cooler concrete floor not sealed.
Aug 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in stand alone cooler Cole slaw (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked wings (54F - Cold Holding); Shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 65F. Employee stated the product was placed in cooler at 11am. Employee removed all TCS foods and placed in walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing rubber bracelets.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles next to walk in cooler door in disrepair.
Mar 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Chemical dish machine at 10ppm. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bib on hot water tank without back flow device.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat mayo. Manager removed and stored properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb near hot water tank without back flow device installed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor of walk in cooler unsealed.
May 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled behind splash guard near ice chute.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table on service line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed soda cups at drink station wet nesting stacked on top of each other. Manager had employee remove and properly dry.
Jan 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin inner door soiled.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed dead roach in walk-in cooler. Manager removed from premises.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed drink cups at soda station wet nesting. Employee removed and placed in ware washing area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near ice machine. Inspector provided copy of hand washing sign to operator.
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