SONNYS BAR B Q OF TITUSVILLE
2900 CHENEY HWY, Titusville FL 32780 · 321.385.2665
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
JUL 24
SEP 24
JUL 25
JAN 26
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live small flying insects in bar area 2 live small flying insects in prep area 2 live small flying insects on cookline 1 live small flying insects in Dt area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $3,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024065743 | Sep 4, 2024 | Dec 11, 2024 | $400 |
| 4--2024054713 | Jul 15, 2024 | Oct 24, 2024 | $200 |
| 4--2022001956 | Oct 14, 2021 | Feb 10, 2022 | $200 |
| 4--2019057982 | Sep 25, 2019 | Dec 17, 2019 | $600 |
| 4--2018032124 | May 7, 2018 | Jul 3, 2018 | $1,200 |
| 4--2017060746 | Dec 14, 2017 | Jan 5, 2018 | $200 |
| 4--2015044953 | Aug 18, 2015 | Oct 27, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hot box door handle on cook line, and reach in cooler door handle across from grill in kitchen
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In ribs with cheese container. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven used to cook potatoes in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area around hood filters in kitchen soiled with grease
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Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. In dish machine area
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Quat sanitizer bucket solution at 0 ppm. Operator remade solution. New reading 200 ppm.
Jan 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine chlorine at 0 ppm. Operator primed it, new reading 100 ppm
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. Inspector provided form to operator. Employees on shift signed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In dishmachine area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee handbag stored above microwave on drive through area. Operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On dishmachine area and drive through area
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. On hand sink by dishmachine area and utility hose sink in dishmachine area
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Quat Sanitizing solution on cook line at 0ppm. Operator changed solution, new reading 150 ppm
Jul 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fries (118F - Hot Holding)per operator for 15 minutes and will be used within 4 hours
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Throughout
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. Reach in cooler by Dt Operator emptied
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Condensation dripping throughout walk in cooler from ceiling created standing water Operator has work order in
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on hot box end of cookline Gasket on reach in cooler by Dt Work order in
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout Walk in freezer floors
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside of oven
Light not functioning. One in hood
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of cooking equipment Hand wash sink Dt area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment Throughout kitchen
Jul 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate20 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live small flying insects in bar area 2 live small flying insects in prep area 2 live small flying insects on cookline 1 live small flying insects in Dt area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler by Dt cooked ribs (48F - Cold Holding); prepped egg rolls (48F - Cold Holding) Per operator from overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler by Dt cooked ribs (48F - Cold Holding); prepped egg rolls (48F - Cold Holding) Per operator from overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fries (118F - Hot Holding)per operator for 15 minutes and will be used within 4 hours
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back door Operator installed
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker installed above splitter. Operator switched
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sauce dumped in the sink bar area
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop fries Operator removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Throughout
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket Operator flipped
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. Reach in cooler by Dt Operator emptied
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Condensation dripping throughout walk in cooler from ceiling created standing water Operator has work order in
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2025 displayed Printed during inspection
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee prepping bread Employee put on hair net
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on hot box end of cookline Gasket on reach in cooler by Dt Work order in
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout Walk in freezer floors
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Hanging on spatula grill side which can be contaminated Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside of oven
Light not functioning. One in hood
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of cooking equipment Hand wash sink Dt area
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters in server and dry storage area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment Throughout kitchen
Sep 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in walk in freezer damaged and missing tiles.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen soiled with food splash.
Sep 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed live flying insects 2 in dishwasher area 2 in center kitchen near office 2 in dry storage 4 by drink station Operator killed all but 3.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in walk in freezer damaged and missing tiles.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen soiled with food splash.
Sep 3, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed live flying insects 2 in dishwasher area 2 in center kitchen near office 2 in dry storage 4 by drink station Operator killed all but 3.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Employee orange juice container store in contact with ice in bin. Operator removed
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in walk in freezer damaged and missing tiles.
Open dumpster lid. operator closed
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen soiled with food splash.
Jul 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans in dishwasher area on rack not properly protected
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup of water above cook line
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout kitchen area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in freezer multiple tiles missing
Jul 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed live flying insects: 26 in dry storage room 8 near drink station 4 near bar area 4 in men's bathroom 2 in beer storage closet Operator killed all but 9
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler near drive thru cole slaw (48F,50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding)
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in smoker area has accumulation of mold like substance
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans in dishwasher area on rack not properly protected
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty pan n dishwashing area
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Utensils hanging from rack in walkway in dishwasher area
Drain cover in dishwasher area not properly covered Operator placed cover on drain
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup of water above cook line
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks put on hair restraint and beard guards
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout kitchen area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in freezer multiple tiles missing
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened gallon milk in wait station reach in cooler unit not date marked from when opened, corrected by manager.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in prep area deflecting and handle to lid soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling vents soiled.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Metal oven racks stored on floor between uses, moved by manager.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse and jacket stored directly over open food being prepped, moved to office by manager.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors, baseboards and walls under and behind equipment soiled. Standing water on floor in wait station area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Standing water in low grout and missing tiles in multiple areas of the food prep, kitchen and walk in cooler and walk in freezer area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Prep area hole in the wall by clean rack
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ice bin at the drive thru, exterior of unit with mold like substance under silicone. Exterior of equipment on cooks line soiled, handle to hot holding cabinet soiled, prep table legs soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At the bar area reach in cooler holding kegs also has large amount of standing water with pour bottles in liquid.
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook touching earbud with gloved hand and that move to work with ready to eat cooked food items, was asked to remove gloves and washed hands before reapplying new gloves, re-educated and corrected
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ready to eat fully cooked hot dogs stored in lower drawer next to raw chicken filets, operator corrected storage and move hot dogs to upper drawer with other ready to eat items.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Soiled /used Electric slicer on time plan. Corrected
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. And exterior heavily soiled
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor drain on cooks line soiled, ceiling vent soiled near cooks line and wall soiled behind Dish Washing Machine
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Low grout through out location holding standing water between tiles.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Prep room area with ice machine, scoop stored on cardboard box
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.