SONNYS BBQ 109
3926 S TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota FL 34231 · 954-618-6302
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
JUL 24
NOV 24
SEP 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (45F - Cold Holding) in the top drawer of the cold holding unit on the cook line. The operator stated the foods have been held less than 4 hours. The operator moved the above foods to a different reach in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025080658 | Sep 25, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on preparation table in kitchen. Employee removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing in front of walkin freezer and broken tiles in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher on floor near office.
Sep 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade plastic buckets used to store iced tea. The operator discarded the iced tea.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked sausage (58F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (59F - Cold Holding) in the 2-drawer reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for more than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (58F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (59F - Cold Holding) in the 2-drawer reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for more than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb on the cook line.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in front of the walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-serve foam cups stored on the floor in the storage area near the ice machine. The operator properly stored the cups.
Nov 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the top interior of the ice machine soiled.
Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer.
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork egg rolls (47F - Cold Holding) in 2-drawer reach in near service window on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for longer than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork egg rolls (47F - Cold Holding) in 2-drawer reach in near service window on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for longer than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the top interior of the ice machine soiled.
Employee beverage containers on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverages.
Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored near bags of sugar in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of plastic lids stored on the floor in front of the walk in cooler in the storage area. The operator properly stored the lids.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wearing gloves handle a cell phone then handle plastic bags to store cooked beans without changing gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (45F - Cold Holding) in the top drawer of the cold holding unit on the cook line. The operator stated the foods have been held less than 4 hours. The operator moved the above foods to a different reach in cooler.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine. The operator cleaned the top of the dishmachine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee jacket hanging from a rack with clean equipment. The operator properly stored the jacket.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored next to sugar packets in the kitchen. The operator properly store the sanitizer bucket.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee/iced tea filters not stored protected in the beverage area.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the water at the handwashing sink near the office at 74F.
Accumulation of debris on the top of the warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic portion cup with no handle used as a scoop for parmesan cheese in the reach in cooler at the salad station. The operator removed the portion cup.
Ceiling vent cover missing in the kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee person belongings stored on a shelf above a food preparation table near the two compartment sink. The operator properly stored the personal belongings.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water near the ice machine.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the in-use scoop for macaroni and cheese stored on top of a container lid. Observed the in-use scoop for cooked beans stored on top of a container lid. The operator properly stored the in-use scoops.
Water draining onto floor surface from the dishwasher.
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray chemicals stored near canned beverages behind the bar. The operator properly stored the chemicals.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed missing ceiling vent cover in the kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and the surrounding tile soiled with black mold like substance in the dining area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages stored on a shelf near plastic wrap in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverages.
Ice buildup on the walk-in freezer door jamb.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the in-use scoop for macaroni and cheese stored on top of a container lid. Observed the in-use scoop for coleslaw stored on top of a container lid. The operator replaced and properly stored the scoops.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored near spices in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket.
Water dripping onto floor surface from the ceiling in the women's restroom. The operator placed a trash can underneath the drip.
Water leaking from faucet at the handwashing sink in the dish area.
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.