Sonic #5354
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025
70
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Sonic #5354 stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 6, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer and cooler” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to other Tampa restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee that has been working for 6 months with no training. Manager stated that they are in the process of training.
53B-13-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed a copy to manager.
51-13-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Barely any lighting provided in walk in cooler. Door must remain open or flashlight must be used to see while in the walk in cooler.
38-04-4
Basic - Small Water leak from faucet at all handwashing sinks.
29-11-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and cooler.
14-69-4
70
May 19, 2025
Complaint Partial
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling vents in the back storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
90
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cold holding Pork (44F - Cold Holding); beef hot dogs (44F - Cold Holding); retempt at 45 F.30 minutes later after manager turned down the temperature in reach in cooler on cooks line. Manager placed all food product from reach in cooler to the walk in cooler. Observed cheddar cheese cold holing in ice at 52f. Manager placed additional ice and water beneath the product and retempt 30 mins later at 43F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand towels at hand washing sink located next to cooks line. Manager placed towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach next to mop sink on floor. Manager removed and sanitized area. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor behind steamer and cold holding table, on floor beneath and behind dry storage shelving.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
14-69-4
67
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification for any manager. Ruhtelia Willis. is manager on duty. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification for any manager. Manager states no certified food manager available currently at this location. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted and pitted shelves observed in reach in cooler next to fryers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
70
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). **Warning**
11-01-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification for any manager. Ruhtelia Willis. is manager on duty. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Men and ladies room had garbage scattered on bathroom floor. **Warning**
32-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed five jugs of liquid shortening stored on floor in front of dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted and pitted shelves observed in reach in cooler next to fryers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet in hand sink next to cook line. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed spilled relish on floor located in walk in cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
45
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towel missing from hand wash sink near ware washing area. Manager refilled dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of flour bins soiled with old food debris. Cup holder soiled with dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in reach in cooler next to ware washing area.
14-33-4
82
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the inside of the ice machine with mold like substance on the inside of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans stored together wet making it wet nesting,
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor by the fryers with debris and oil on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of oil stored on the floor in the kitchen next to hamburger grill. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed that there were 2 light shields missing covers in the kitchen.
38-01-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed the hand sink in the back of the kitchen leaking from the faucet.
29-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic #5354 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic #5354 on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic #5354?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer and cooler” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sonic #5354.
How does Sonic #5354 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Sonic #5354 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Sonic #5354's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sonic #5354 have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sonic #5354 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sonic #5354 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic #5354 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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