Sonic Drive-In 5504

10411 Sorrento Rd, Pensacola, FL 32507
American
Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Sonic Drive-In 5504 has been inspected four times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 12, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Pensacola average 95, so Sonic Drive-In 5504 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold like substance outside ice machine. Manager proceeded to clean mold like substance at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Upon inspection observed carbon dioxide tanks not secured in kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Upon inspection observed employee open drink beside chili container. Manager proceeded to remove drink at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
82
Nov 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Upon inspection observed ceiling air conditioners vents with accumulation of mold-like substance throughout kitchen. Upon inspection observed walk-in cooler vents soiled with accumulation of dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed accumulation of ice on the floor of walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
86
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive-In 5504 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive-In 5504 on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive-In 5504?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive-In 5504.

How does Sonic Drive-In 5504 compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?

Sonic Drive-In 5504 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Pensacola average of 95.

Has Sonic Drive-In 5504's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sonic Drive-In 5504 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sonic Drive-In 5504 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 Sonic Drive-In 5504 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic Drive-In 5504 is inspected roughly once per year on average.