Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Completed

SONNYS BBQ

3611 US 98 N · LAKELAND · Polk County · FL 33809

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateOctober 15, 2026
Inspection typeFood-Licensing Inspection
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3787538
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13943669
DBPR license6306951

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
0 High Priority0 Intermediate5 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical5 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

5 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

Basic 5

#1Basic16-21-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area.

#2Basic28-02-4

Basic – Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed pooled standing water by dumpster.

#3Basic32-12-6

Basic – Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

#4Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on green board on drying rack in dish area. Manager voluntarily discharged board. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#5Basic36-34-5

Basic – Vent cover soiled with accumulated food debris, and dust. Observed next to unused soft drink machine in bar area. Employee began to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 16, 2026 2:56 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 28 · Sewage and wastewater disposal
1 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.