Sonic Drive-In 5435
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
50
Score
Across the available record, Sonic Drive-In 5435 has 13 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 2, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded eight times.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
13
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hamburger patties 109F hot hold. Operator discarded hamburger patties and turned up heat element. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on table near food items. Operator removed chemical. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in handwash sink at togo window. Operator removed bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water temperature at handwash sink near togo window reaching 77F.
27-16-4
Basic - Floor area in front of ice machine covered with standing water.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in dry storage and in corner underneath three compartment sink.
36-73-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around trash receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
50
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw hamburger stored over container of raw bacon. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in walk in cooler and underneath three compartment sink.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Educated operator on defrosting walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
74
May 19, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand wash sinks near office. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
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. Educated operator on importance of having employee food safety training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Educated operator on securing tanks. Operator secured tanks. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Educated operator on defrosting ice. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease on outside of cooking equipment and hot holding trays. **Warning**
23-03-4
70
Dec 16, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 2024-10-17: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath soda syrup boxes, shelving, equipment, and around CO2 tank. Observed accumulation of debris underneath shelving in walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of maintaining floor clean. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: Observed floor in front service area and walk in freezer cleaned. Time extend for next unannounced for underneath shelving in dry storage. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Observed shake machine heavily soiled with food debris. Observed heavy buildup of grease on grill, around fryers at cook line, and on cooking equipment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: Observed shake station cleaned. Time extend for next unannounced inspection for buildup of grease on cooking equipment at cook line. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in freezer next to fryers interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: Time extend for next unannounced inspection. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated mold/black-like substance above walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of cleaning. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: Time extend for next unannounced inspection. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
74
Oct 16, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink near office area blocked by boxes. Operator moved boxes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink nearest togo window. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having lid for women's restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor near shake station. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents heavily soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or gray-like substance. Kitchen. Educated operator on importance of cleaning vents. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door. Educated operator on importance of fixing gap underneath exterior door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath soda syrup boxes, shelving, equipment, and around CO2 tank. Observed accumulation of debris underneath shelving in walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of maintaining floor clean. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Observed shake machine heavily soiled with food debris. Observed heavy buildup of grease on grill, around fryers at cook line, and on cooking equipment. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lids. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer next to fryers interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Operator changed solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-11-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated mold/black-like substance above walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of cleaning. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
39
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Floor drain slow to drain near hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator mopped and cleaned floor and sectioned area off from access. **Warning**
28-26-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Women's restroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Educated operator on on maintaining backflow preventer at mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-38-4
Basic - Bathroom facilities not clean. **Warning**
32-07-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/gray-like substance around reach in freezer door handles. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or gray-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door. Educated operator on importance of fixing gap underneath exterior door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath soda syrup boxes, shelving, equipment, and around CO2 tank. Observed accumulation of debris underneath shelving in walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. **Warning**
33-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with gray-like substance around ice cream dispensing nozzles. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors around hand wash sink next to ice cream machine. **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Toilet in men's restroom not flushing properly. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Floor drain near hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator mopped and cleaned floor and sectioned area off from access. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
29-19-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated mold/black-like substance above walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
35
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator replaced batteries. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Educated operator on on maintaining backflow preventer at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-38-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door. Educated operator on importance of fixing gap underneath exterior door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in raw hamburger storage reach-in freezer at cook line.
14-69-4
Basic - Liquid waste leakage from dumpster onto ground/dumpster pad.
28-15-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with gray-like substance on outside of door frame at cook line
23-03-4
67
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Backflow device at mop sink not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Educated operator on on maintaining backflow preventer at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-38-4
Basic - Ceiling tile damaged above three compartment sink.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, dust-like substance above shelving near walk in freezer. Educated operator on cleaning vents. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment in kitchen. Educated operator on cleaning underneath equipment. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in hamburger storage reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, gray/slime-like substance on reach in cooler gaskets on reach in cooler nearest fryers at cook line on tray cart in walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Walk in cooler.
12B-13-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Shake station.
21-11-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in dishwash area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
52
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. **Repeat Violation**
29-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance above walk-in freezer.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Floor area covered with standing water near ice machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in Dishwash area. Observed gray/mold-like substance on wall above walk in freezer.
36-27-5
64
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed container of raw chicken fingers stored over packaged frozen French fries. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. Operator switched chicken to bottom shelf.. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded cheddar cheese 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator put more ice underneath pan. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris around shake nozzle.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to ice machine/office area. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water temperature at 90F (waited 3 minutes).
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed backflow prevention device on mop sink is broken. **Repeat Violation**
29-38-4
Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust at front service area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Operator placed employee food on container on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/gray-like substance underneath ice cream machine and equipment in kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Educated operator on importance of cleaning around grease receptacle. **Repeat Violation**
33-20-4
Basic - Men's Bathroom door handle missing/in disrepair. Maintenance onsite. **Corrective Action Taken**
32-05-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to ice cream machine/office area.
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in dishwash area. Educated operator on importance of preventing mold-like substances. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic Drive-In 5435 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive-In 5435 on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive-In 5435?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive-In 5435.
How does Sonic Drive-In 5435 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Sonic Drive-In 5435 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Sonic Drive-In 5435's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic Drive-In 5435 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sonic Drive-In 5435 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Sonic Drive-In 5435 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic Drive-In 5435 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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