Sonic Drive in

3704 84 Ave Cir E, Sarasota, FL 34243

American

Last inspected: Jan 24, 2023

Score

High Risk

Sonic Drive in has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 24, 2023. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. Note that Sonic Drive in's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 24, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Sonic Drive in trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Aug 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut Lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line at 9:35 AM. Operator stated the items had been in the for 30 minutes and that the cooler is having electrical issues and packed items on ice until repair company can service the cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized scoop and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-12-5

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cook line. **Warning**

29-49-6

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe underneath water heater. **Warning**

29-11-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**

22-20-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive in last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive in on file is from Jan 24, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Sonic Drive in compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Sonic Drive in most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Sonic Drive in's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic Drive in have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sonic Drive in 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.

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