Sonic Drive in

507 S Main St, Swainsboro, GA 30401

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sonic Drive in four times, with records going back to 2024. Sonic Drive in was last inspected on Apr 23, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Swainsboro restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 23, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed metal and plastic dishes stacked while met (wet nesting). C/A - allow dishes to air dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed food debris on the floor under shelves in WIF. CA: Clean thoroughly under all shelves and equipment in kitchen.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Dec 9, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed blackened/burnt looking plastic hot holding containers. CA: Discard any food containers which are no longer smooth and easily cleanable.

511-6-1.05(2)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed food debris on the floor under shelves in WIF. CA: Clean thoroughly under all shelves and equipment in kitchen.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Observed leaking fixture at hand sink. CA: Repair any leaking plumbing.

511-6-1.06(2)(r)

Nov 8, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed stained cutting board at dessert station. CA: Replace or refinish so that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Observed plastic hot holding containers that are no longer smooth and easily cleanable. CA: Discard containers.

511-6-1.05(2)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed damage to floors, pocked and cracked. Observed damaged/ missing ceiling tiles. CA: Repair floors, replace ceiling tiles.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Feb 13, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet stacking of dishes. CA: Dishes should be staggered allowing them to air dry.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed trash and crumbs in box with single use containers. CA: Area where single use containers are stored should remain clean.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed ice build up/debris under shelves in WIF. Observed red liquid puddle on floor in WIC. CA: Clean these areas thoroughly.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive in last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive in on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive in?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive in.

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

Sonic Drive in most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Swainsboro average of 92.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sonic Drive in 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sonic Drive in is inspected around two times per year on average.

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