SONNY'S BBQ
33505 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead FL 33034
Last inspected Jun 23, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025084707 | Nov 19, 2025 | Feb 4, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed food employees touching soiled doors with gloves on and proceeded to prep fries and brisket. Gloves not change. Operator coached employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked turkey (119F - Hot Holding) at warmer across cook line. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator adjust unit temperature.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at dry storage area.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed non-seating establishment with 150 seats.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar ice bin. Operator stored ice scoop properly.
Standing water on floor at cook line and ware washing area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in the back of the kitchen near walk in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding at handwash sink missing.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Jul 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with fire damage and in disrepair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several floor tiles in disrepair in back storage area / warehouse washing area of establishment.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several walls in back storage area of establishment heavily damaged.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed utility lines exposed throughout back prep area of establishment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed several walls near ware washing area heavily soiled.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floors in back storage area of restaurant heavily soiled.
Jul 18, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operator failed to notify the division after sustaining damage from a fire. Observed establishment storing single service items in dry storage, using three compartment sink, and using walk in cooler and freezer to store food in a condemned building by the City of Florida City.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed establishment has been deemed condemned by the City of Florida City. Establishment is prepping food inside a MFDV and using the condemned building to store food inside the walk in cooler and freezer.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with fire damage and in disrepair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several floor tiles in disrepair in back storage area / warehouse washing area of establishment.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed food stored inside walk in cooler and freezer in a condemned building by the City of Florida City.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several walls in back storage area of establishment heavily damaged.
Observed establishment using three compartment sink inside of condemned building by the City of Florida City.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items improperly stored in dry storage area in a building condemned by the City of Florida City.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed utility lines exposed throughout back prep area of establishment.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in freezer with ice buildup on side of door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed several walls near ware washing area heavily soiled.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floors in back storage area of restaurant heavily soiled.
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Egg Rolls (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, they were placed in the reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale issued.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen not maintaining proper temperature. Temperature was 62F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on preparation table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn on oven and also observed at both reach in coolers by the steam box.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the bottom of exterior door leading to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 4 floor tiles in disrepair in kitchen near stove.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep grout throughout the kitchen area.
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate15 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch phone and resume preparing food without washing hands. Employee was coached to wash hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket used to sanitize surfaces in kitchen reading 0ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Egg Rolls (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, they were placed in the reach in cooler the previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Egg Rolls (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, they were placed in the reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale issued.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by exit door.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen not maintaining proper temperature. Temperature was 62°F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on preparation table.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without beard guard.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn on oven and also observed at both reach in coolers by the steam box.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the bottom of exterior door leading to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 4 floor tiles in disrepair in kitchen near stove.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep grout throughout the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed pickles stored on floor in walk in cooler.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 90F degrees Fahrenheit. Employee removed the water.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed above dishwasher machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled in kitchen. Also observed wall in kitchen soiled with grease.
Observed In-use spatula stored in cracks between wall and three compartment sink.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water faucet of hand wash sink in disrepair at ware washing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of macaroni and cheese thawing in standing water in kitchen sink. Employee turn on water.
Feb 15, 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. Operator cleaned it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice machine.Employee removed it
Feb 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking from hand wash sink located next to the storage.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.