Sonny's Bbq
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
78
Score
Sonny's BBQ, located at 5328 New Jesup Hwy in Brunswick, GA, underwent a low-risk inspection on January 28, 2026. This inspection resulted in a score of 78 and identified five minor violations related to food storage and utensil handling. Previous inspections for this American cuisine establishment have also predominantly been low-risk.
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Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
78
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
90
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
74
Aug 13, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
86
Feb 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
82
Violations — Jan 28, 2026 Inspection
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of ranch dressing uncovered at the time of this inspection in the reach in cooler. Observed multiple meat items being stored uncovered in the walk in cooler, after being completely cooled the prior day. CA: Ensure food items are stored covered when being stored. COS: PIC placed coverings over uncovered food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed entirety of tongs left in container of cold slaw at the service station at the time of this inspection. CA: Ensure that utensils are stored in a way that protects from contamination and handles are kept away from food products.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed facility storing and stacking wet dishes and containers ontop of each other at the time of this inspection. CA: Ensure that all dishes and utensils are dried prior to stacking.
511-6-1.05(9)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed facility storing spatulas in the grating of the shelving at the time of this inspection. CA: Ensure that all utensils are stored in a clean area not at risk of contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed facility with severe staining on the wall and ceiling tiles of the smoker area of the kitchen. Observed build up and black spotting on vents above the prep area of the kitchen. CA: Increase cleaning frequency, replace damaged or severely stained walls, ceiling tiles, and/or vents.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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