Sonic Drive-In #6485
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
70
Score
Going back to 2022, Sonic Drive-In #6485 has 11 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
Sonic Drive-In #6485's latest score of 70 falls below the Bradenton average of 83. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No handwash sink for employees.observed in front kitchen area Handwashing sink filled with dishes.Person in charge removed and cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-12-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Hood filter missing in exhaust system over grill and fryers.
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed very slow draining water in handwash sink by reach in cooler.
29-20-5
70
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin across from dessert reach in cooler As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
86
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
82
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink liquid Eggs (52F - Cold Holding); Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (56F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink liquid Eggs (52F - Cold Holding); Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (56F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in main kitchen area cutting boards soiled/ stained with black mold like substance covering Reach in freezer for beef burgers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
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 - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in main kitchen area across from soft serve ice cream machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster in South end of parking area. Person in charge cleaned area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area multiple ceiling vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind frying station. **Warning**
36-27-5
50
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in back kitchen area Triple Sink (Quaternary 000ppm). Person in charge added more sanitizer and Triple Sink (Quaternary recheck 300ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
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. Educated Person in charge and printed a copy of hand out. Person in charge read and signed hand out. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards used to cover Reach in freezer soiled with black mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster on South end of parking lot.
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area air return vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout entire main kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area air return vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
74
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in main kitchen area across from milkshake machine interior of ice machine bin heavily soiled with mold like substance in contact with Ice.. **Warning**
01B-13-4
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. Educated Person in charge and printed and emailed a copy to Person in charge. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards used to cover Reach in freezer soiled with black mold like substance. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front kitchen area. Person in charge filled paper towels. **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
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy and printed a copy. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink by fryers in front kitchen area. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin across from milkshake machine in main kitchen area. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles throughout entire kitchen area. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in main kitchen area under and around all equipment As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Observed in main kitchen area across from milkshake machine interior of ice machine bin heavily soiled with mold like substance in contact with ice.Warning** **Warning**
08B-19-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed throughout main kitchen area microwaves soiled with dried food particles. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout entire main kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area air return vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
30
Jan 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed Handwashing sink by hot dog make station No paper towels. Person in charge filled paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled with mold like substance throughout kitchen area in Reach in cooler,Reach in freezer,Walk in cooler and Walk in freezer - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed soiled hood vents over grill and fryers in main kitchen area soiled with grease. Observed air return vents in main kitchen area and above soda fountain beverage machine soiled with mold like substance. Observed exterior of ice machine door soiled with mold like substance . **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor in main kitchen are,under grill and fryers soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-10-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic Drive-In #6485 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive-In #6485 on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive-In #6485?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive-In #6485.
How does Sonic Drive-In #6485 compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Sonic Drive-In #6485 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Sonic Drive-In #6485's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic Drive-In #6485 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sonic Drive-In #6485 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 #6485 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic Drive-In #6485 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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