Sonic Drive-In #6587
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
82
Score
Sonic Drive-In #6587 appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 25, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
Across the inspection history, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to the broader Merritt Island restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Walk-in freezer floor
36-01-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Iced tea dispenser nozzle is chipped
14-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Tops of equipment at sundae stations **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. In walk-in cooler. Open cases and bags of foods. Employee closed **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
82
Nov 7, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ice cream mix has water line dripping into product
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No year listed on service dates
29-28-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Across from flat top.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler under make line
29-49-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of cooking oil on the floor **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on shelf over make line. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under multiple pieces of equipment throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. Ice cream mix in holding bay of machine has water line dripping into container **Warning**
08B-52-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top shelf of working areas and tops of ice cream machines soiled. Walk-in cooler shelves are soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sinks at south side entrance and to the left of office area. Hot water automatic valve does not shut off on own
29-08-4
45
May 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee served food to vehicle, then renetered the building and began touching multiple surfaces without washing hands
12A-29-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Over cook line
36-62-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under ice cream machine near front entry **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
78
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In lower area of reach in cooler between cook line and service window. Hot Dogs/corndogs (51F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In lower area of reach in cooler between cook line and service window. Hot Dogs/corndogs (51F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 400+ppm. Operator diluted to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding the mixing arm for shake blender is soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used to line shelves of chemical rack near walk in cooler
14-45-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Beneath soda machine near service window. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bags of cooked pork being thawed in standing water. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
50
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In open face wells of reach in coolers on cook line sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding). Food containers are not fully submerged in ice
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of ice cream machine is soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 2 managers not certified within 30 days of promotion
53A-04-6
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Multiple ares throughout kitchen
36-22-4
61
Mar 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Mop sink hose.
29-37-4
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. Emailed operator
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. Emailed operator
11-26-1
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Build up of grease under fryer equipment.
36-01-4
67
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic Drive-In #6587 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive-In #6587 on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive-In #6587?
Across the inspection record, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive-In #6587.
How does Sonic Drive-In #6587 compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?
Sonic Drive-In #6587 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Merritt Island average of 77.
Has Sonic Drive-In #6587's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic Drive-In #6587 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sonic Drive-In #6587 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 #6587 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic Drive-In #6587 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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