Sonic

6501 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Sonic has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “floor and wall junctures, coved, and enclosed or sealed” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Glendale restaurant, which scores around 97. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater

Inspector notes: -- Observed standing water accumulated in multiple areas throughout the kitchen: directly near ice machine from melting ice, under CO2 machine, in restrooms. Ran plumbing fixtures for several minutes to verify no active sewage was occurring. Condensate drainage and other non sewage liquids and rainwater shall be drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law

5-403.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: -- Observed heavy accumulation of food debris and grease throughout the establishment: behind fryer and grill equipment. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: -- Insufficient lighting in food prep and dry storage areas. Multiple light bulbs were observed significantly dim or completely out throughout the establishment. Reviewed MCESD light level requirements with the PIC: - 50-Foot Candles (540 lux): Food preparation surfaces, cooking stations, utensil-washing areas, and equipment inspection areas. - 20-Foot Candles (220 lux): Hand-washing stations, walkthrough areas, dishwashing, and dry food storage. - 10-Foot Candles (110 lux): Walk-in refrigerators, freezer units, and changing rooms. Repair light levels prior to the next routine inspection

6-303.11

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 16, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Wall panel on opposite side of ice machine wall is not adhered or flush with the rest of the wall and exposes inner wall. Small crevices around piping below 3 compartment sink expose inner wall and should be sealed. Corner near walk-in of dry storage area has some small crevices near recently repaired area that should be sealed/covered. Please repair these areas to protect inner walls

6-201.13

Oct 1, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Closing Toilet Room Doors (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The doors to both toilet rooms and the door leading to the back area where the toilet rooms are located were left open during the inspection. PIC had the toilet room doors were closed. Self-closing doors are required for restroom doors opening into a food facility. The main back door may be shut when not in use so the restrooms are not opening directly into the kitchen area. ***2nd consecutive violation*** Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

6-501.19

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

6-201.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonic on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sonic?

Across the inspection record, “floor and wall junctures, coved, and enclosed or sealed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sonic.

How does Sonic compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Sonic most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

Has Sonic's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sonic have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sonic means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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