Sonic

10969 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 1, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Sonic has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Sonic was last inspected on Oct 1, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about two violations before that.

“Floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Sonic scores about where you'd expect for a Peoria restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 22, 2025

Reinspection

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Hot dogs cooling in 3 stacked containers with lids on inside walk-in cooler. The internal temperature of the hot dogs was 49-51*F, and they were prepared roughly an hour prior to inspection per time stamp. The ambient temperature of the walk-in cooler was 38*F. Product was unstacked and lids left ajar to facilitate rapid cooling

3-501.15(B)

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Missing floor tiles and tiles grout at multiple areas in kitchen

6-201.11

May 12, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

Inspector notes: No hot water at handwashing sink located near prep table in back of kitchen. Per person in charge, a work order has been submitted to fix the hot water knob on the faucet. There is hot water at all other sinks/faucets. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing

5-202.12(A)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

3-501.15(B)

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Missing floor tiles and tiles grout at multiple areas in kitchen

6-201.11

Oct 29, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a chlorine dishwasher with 0ppm of chlorine concentration after final rinse. Chlorine test strips were available and easily accessible. There was evidence that machine had been used, there were dishes inside. PIC primed the machine a few times and it yielded 0ppm after final rinse. PIC advised staff to sanitize all dishes at the 3-compartment sink using quat. Quat test strips were available and the quat dispenser was dispensing proper concentration between 200-400ppm. Please ensure chlorine sanitizer is maintained at proper concentration of 50-100 ppm

4-501.114(A-E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: AVB on mop sink is leaking when in use. Please repair/replace prior to next routine inspection. Please maintain plumbing in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed partial or entire missing floor tiles, exposing the concrete underneath and collecting water. PIC stated they would put in a work order. Please ensure that all floors walls and ceilings are kept in good condition that allow them to be smooth and easily cleanable

6-201.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonic on file is from Oct 1, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sonic?

Across the inspection record, “floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sonic.

How does Sonic compare to other restaurants in Peoria?

Sonic most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Peoria average of 97.

Has Sonic's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sonic have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two 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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