Sonic Drive-In #4410
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Sonic Drive-In #4410 has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean”, showing up five times.
Among Athens restaurants, the typical score is 88; Sonic Drive-In #4410 is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Followup
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Ice buildup on walk-in freezer fan and floor.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
95
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Mold like growth present on cheese in make table. CA: Food must be unadulterated and safe for consumption. Food worker discarded adulterated cheese.
511-6-1.04(1)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods held beyond 7-day discard date (reach-in cooler (RIC) - hot dogs (4/2), corn dogs (4/1), liquid eggs (3/27); make table - shredded lettuce (4/5), shredded cheese (4/5)). CA: All TCS foods must be marked with 7-day discard date and discarded accordingly. Food worker discarded all out of date foods.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Person in charge (PIC) unable to provide signed reporting agreement for themself indicating that they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses. Corrective action (CA): Workers shall read and sign the agreement, with form retained on site for verification.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Mold like growth present in bulk ice machine. CA: Clean ice machine frequently enough to preclude mold growth.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Inspection report not posted at drive-thru window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Broken floor tiles throughout establishment.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed front side door, front door, & drive-thru window propped open. PIC closed doors.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Flies present throughout kitchen.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
50
Nov 12, 2025
Followup
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Back kitchen hand sink not stocked with paper towels. Corrective action (CA): Hand sinks are to be supplied at all times with approved hand drying provisions. Paper towel dispenser restocked.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Broken floor tiles observed throughout establishment.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Written notification declaring the presence of major food allergens in unpackaged food not provided to customers.
511-6-1.04(7)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed front door propped open. Door closed.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
78
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in make table observed at a temperature greater than 41 °F. Corrective action: TCS foods shall be maintained at 41 °F or below in cold holding. Foods discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Person in charge (PIC) unable to produce signed reporting agreement for randomly selected employee indicating they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses to management. Corrective action: Workers shall read and sign the agreement, with signed forms retained for verification.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Back kitchen hand sink and both restroom hand sinks not supplied with paper towels. Corrective action: Hand sinks shall be properly stocked with paper towels. Paper towels added to dispensers.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Disinfectant supplied in bodily fluid cleanup kit is not listed on the EPA's List G as effective against Norovirus. Corrective action: Bodily fluid cleanup disinfectant shall be listed on the EPA List G.
511-6-1.03(6)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Written notification not provided to consumers informing them of the presence of a major food allergen in the unpackaged food. Corrective action: Effective written notification shall be provided to consumers informing them of the presence of any major food allergen in the unpackaged food.
511-6-1.04(7)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Inspection report not posted in front window for walk-up customers.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Clean metal pans on back shelf not stored covered or inverted.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet at back hand sink not operational. Make table not capable of maintaining proper cold food temperatures. Do not use for TCS food storage until unit is operating properly.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Faucet leaking at front 3-compartment sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Waste receptacle not provided at front hand sink.
511-6-1.06(5)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Broken floor tiles observed throughout establishment.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Unshielded light bulb observed over ice maker.
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed front door propped open upon arrival. Back door is not self-closing.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
41
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
5-1B - proper reheating procedures for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chili in hot well not reheated to 135 °F (for commercial) prior to placing in hot holding unit. Corrective action: Chili from commercial package shall be reheated to at least 135 °F prior to placing in hot holding. Verified chili was out of temperature for less than one hour; placed pan on flat top and rapidly reheated to 180 °F.
511-6-1.04(5)(h)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Person in charge (PIC) unable to produce signed reporting agreement for randomly selected worker showing they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses to management. Corrective action: Workers shall read and sign the agreement, with signed forms retained for verification.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed broken floor tiles by front 3-compartment sink. Observed mold growth on walls at back 3-compartment sink.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Inspection report not posted at drive-thru.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Vent hoods not operating.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Buildup of grease observed on vent hood filters. Buildup of debris observed on storage shelves by ice maker.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
64
Nov 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooked burger patties on the grill and queso in the hot well observed at a temperature below 135 °F. CA: TCS foods shall be maintained at 135 °F or above in hot holding. Burgers discarded; queso placed on flat top grill to rapidly reheat to 165 °F after verifying prep time.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Person in charge (PIC) not performing duties in ensuring time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods are held at proper temperatures, and not initiating corrective actions. Corrective action (CA): PIC shall perform duties as described in the Rule.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: PIC unable to list any reportable symptoms or illnesses. CA: PIC shall be familiar with reportable symptoms and illnesses and be able to discuss the employee health policy.
511-6-1.03(1)(c)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: PIC unable to produce signed copies of the employee reporting agreements for all workers on site showing they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses to management. CA: Workers shall read and sign the reporting agreement, and signed agreements are to be maintained on site for verification by Health Department.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hand sinks in both restrooms not supplied with paper towels. CA: All hand sinks are to be supplied with paper towels. Paper towel dispensers refilled.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed queso pan stored in drop-in steam well without water as required.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of grease and food debris on outside of cooking and hot holding equipment.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Waste receptacle not provided at back hand sink.
511-6-1.06(5)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed broken floor tiles under front 3-compartment sink. Observed mold growth on wall at back 3-compartment sink. Observed old food splatter on walls behind cooking equipment.
47
May 14, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Quat sanitizer concentration too low in wiping cloth buckets. Corrective action (CA): Maintain quat sanitizer at a concentration of 200-400 ppm. Buckets refilled with proper strength sanitizer.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed mold on wall under 3-compartment sink. Observed buildup of debris on floors and walls, especially under and behind equipment.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic Drive-In #4410 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive-In #4410 on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive-In #4410?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive-In #4410.
How does Sonic Drive-In #4410 compare to other restaurants in Athens?
Sonic Drive-In #4410 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Athens average of 88.
Has Sonic Drive-In #4410's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sonic Drive-In #4410 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sonic Drive-In #4410 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 #4410 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic Drive-In #4410 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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