Sonny's BBQ

11080 W Colonial Dr, Ocoee, FL 34761

American

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Sonny's BBQ has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about five violations before that.

Compared to the broader Ocoee restaurant scene, where the average is 76, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. brisket in reach in draw on cooks line ( less then 1 hour operator had employee placed in oven for temperature recovery) 123 hot holding **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

21-04-4

Sep 10, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cook line reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 100ppm quaternary. Operator added new solution. 400ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Jan 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Hot links in reach in on the cook line. Manager added the date. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02C-03-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the stove, utensils at 95F. Turned heat up. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

10-07-4

Jul 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink and purse under prep table on top of beans. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Aug 14, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Oct 21, 2022

Complaint Full

6 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Aug 10, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. 3 compartment sink on plans is missing at bar area. **Warning**

16-08-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink on cook line missing. **Warning**

31A-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonny's BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonny's BBQ on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Sonny's BBQ compare to other restaurants in Ocoee?

Sonny's BBQ most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocoee average of 76.

Has Sonny's BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sonny's BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sonny's BBQ means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Sonny's BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sonny's BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.

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