Sonic Drive-In 5422
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Sonic Drive-In 5422 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Sonic Drive-In 5422 was last inspected on Mar 23, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently observed 5 employees preparing food and beverages with no certified food manager on duty. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated they are personal in charge, yet, are not a certified food manager. No one on staff is cfm. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked and damaged gaskets on reach in freezer at cook line. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop sitting in mop sink on the ground. **Warning**
42-01-4
67
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee walk into building and put on gloves on cook's line without washing hands to begin work. Discussed proper hand washing techniques with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-16-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line.
13-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean metal pans on shelf across from three compartment sink.
16-46-4
78
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed inside of reach in freezer ledges with buildup of food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler next to reach in freezer.
29-49-6
90
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting DBPR Form 5030-103 via email. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. By manager desk. **Warning**
31B-03-4
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. Provided Operator with Cleanup Instructions DBPR Form 5030-104 via email. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in cook's area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed buildup of debris around dumpster area. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease between fryers and reach in freezer. **Warning**
23-03-4
58
May 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Observed No Proof Employee Training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
86
Apr 10, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
70
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Aug 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
45
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for less than 10 seconds. Spoke to operator about proper hand washing practices. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-17-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed spray can of Spectracide on shelf next to bags of buns.
41-05-4
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by dry storage shelf across from three compartment sink.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking a beverage while prepping food on prep table across from three compartment sink.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers wet nesting on wire shelf across from three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall with accumulation of dust behind French fry hot holding station.
36-27-5
47
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch uniform and then pick up unwrapped single service Togo trays with bare hands. Operator spoke to employee, employee washed hands and put on gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of grill cleaner above flat top. Operator moved to chemical shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease behind grill and fryers.
23-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic Drive-In 5422 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive-In 5422 on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive-In 5422?
Across the inspection record, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive-In 5422.
How does Sonic Drive-In 5422 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Sonic Drive-In 5422 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Sonic Drive-In 5422's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic Drive-In 5422 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sonic Drive-In 5422 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 Drive-In 5422 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic Drive-In 5422 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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