Sonic Drive in
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026
86
Score
Sonic Drive in has been inspected seven times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Restaurants in Warner Robins average 93, so Sonic Drive in trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 27, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the front handsink. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with Individual, disposable towels. Replace paper towels in the dispenser.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the side door of the dumpster open. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. Keep the side doors and the lid closed on the dumpster when the dumpster is not in use.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
86
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water at the back handsink. Person in charge (PIC) states that the hot water valve is leaking so they keep it turned off. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF (29.4 ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Call a plumber as soon as possible to get the valve leak fixed.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed several missing and cracked floor tiles in the ice cream/milkshake prep area that is holding a lot of water. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Get floor tiles fixed.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed 0 Parts Per Million (ppm) of chlorine sanitizer solution inside the sanitizer buckets. All sanitizer buckets must be the proper strength when used to sanitize food contact surfaces. Remake the sanitizer buckets for the sanitizer solution to be at the correct ppm.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed several flies inside the establishment today. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified in the rules and regulations. Contact your reputable pest control provider to provide pest control service. Recommend keeping the drive-thru window closed when not being used.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
86
Feb 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an employee's energy drink stored in the walk-in cooler next to consumer foods. Employee items shall be stored separate from consumer food in order to avoid contamination. Person in charge (PIC) discarded can.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed the employee's restroom door open, door lacks a self-closure. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food service establishment and does not open directly into the food service establishment, such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door. Put a self-closing device on the restroom door inside the facility.
511-6-1.07(2)(l)
90
Jun 20, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the front hand washing sink. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels. Employee refilled the paper towel dispenser.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed the water at the rear hand washing sink at 73F, per employee the hot water side needs repairing. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Have the hot water repaired.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
2-1C - no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler place cooked bacon onto a sandwich with his bare hands. Except when washing fruits and vegetables or as specified under subsection (a)4, food employees shall not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment. Employee discarded the sandwiches.
511-6-1.04(4)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee handling food without proper hair restraint.Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. Employee obtained proper hair restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee handling food while wearing wrist jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Employee removed wrist jewelry.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed two ice scoops stored on the ice machine. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food. Wash, rinse and sanitize scoops then place on a clean surface.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed lid on the trash receptacle missing inside the unisex restroom that is used by customers. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Place lid on trash receptacle.
511-6-1.06(5)(h)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed the employee's restroom door open, the door lacks a self closure. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food service establishment and does not open directly into the food service establishment, such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door. Place self closure on door.
511-6-1.07(2)(l)
61
Feb 14, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee cooking food on the grill without a hair restraint. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. Employee put on a hair net.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic Drive in last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic Drive in on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic Drive in?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sonic Drive in.
How does Sonic Drive in compare to other restaurants in Warner Robins?
Sonic Drive in most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Warner Robins average of 93.
Has Sonic Drive in's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic Drive in have averaged around three 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 three times per year on average.
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