Sonic
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025
86
Score
Sonic appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 28, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Sonic's latest score of 86 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 28, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Discussed in multiple inspections the need to professionally defrost main walk in freezer unit ice build up to unit. Remove tray of ice build up. ====Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under parts 4-1 and 4-2
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed both hood vents with yellow organic matter and visible grease build up. French Fry station and tator tot station with brown organic matter on metal top. Notified Person In Charge (PIC).==========Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 3rd Consecutive violation
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Large amounts of black organic matter on ceiling tiles throughout the establishment kitchen areas. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Observed large amounts of debris and toilet tissue on floor inside employee men's restroom. ===Dirty wall, ceiling
6-501.12
86
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Toilet tissue not available in restroom
Inspector notes: Observed employee restroom with no available toilet tissue inside the establishment. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC restocked restroom with toilet tissue. ====A supply of toilet tissue shall be available at each toilet
6-302.11
Equipment not durable or properly constructed
Inspector notes: On previous inspections discussed with Person In Charge (PIC) to correct large panel of ice cream machine. At time of inspection ice cream machine right side panel and left side are about to come off unit and bent. =========Equipment and utensils designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use.2nd Consecutive Violation
4-201.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed both hood vents with yellow organic matter and visible grease build up. Sides of deep fryer. French Fry station and tator tot station with brown organic matter on metal top. Notified Person In Charge (PIC).==========Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 2nd Consecutive violation
4-602.13
82
Mar 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Toilet tissue not available in restroom
Inspector notes: Observed employee restroom with no available toilet tissue inside the establishment. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC restocked restroom with toilet tissue. ====A supply of toilet tissue shall be available at each toilet
6-302.11
Equipment not durable or properly constructed
Inspector notes: On previous inspections discussed with Person In Charge (PIC) to correct large panel of ice cream machine. At time of inspection ice cream machine right side panel and left side are about to come off unit and bent. =========Equipment and utensils designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use.2nd Consecutive Violation
4-201.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed both hood vents with yellow organic matter and visible grease build up. Sides of deep fryer. French Fry station and tator tot station with brown organic matter on metal top. Notified Person In Charge (PIC).==========Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 2nd Consecutive violation
4-602.13
82
Aug 27, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed by hot dog roller unit a large container of hot holding cheese sauce at 109*F-120*F with inspector and establishment thermometer. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Per employees the cheese sauce was prepared at 6am. Time of inspection is at 12pm. Directed PIC to discard improperly hot holding cheese sauce. Upon inspection of the hot holding unit it was discovered to be on setting 4 and not the normal 7 setting. ==== Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food to be maintained at 135°F or higher
3-501.16(A)(1)
Sick employee not excluded or restricted from work
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee with blue bandage over right hand index knuckle. Employee is opening iced beverages and other sealed drinks with same bandaged hand. Notified Perso In Charge (PIC). PIC directed employee to put on glove over bandage hand. Per employee the knuckle has open cut
2-201.12
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed inside upright refrigerator closest to three compartment sink with 3 large open containers of cooked hot dogs small; cooked hot dogs large, cooked corn dogs with no date markings. Per employees, all products from previous day. Notified Person In Charge (PIC) to apply the appropriate date marks on open tcs food products. === TCS food to be clearly marked to indicate the date or day the food shall be consumed on premises, sold, or discarded when held at a temperature of 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days
3-501.17
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed white and green organic matter inside ice machine unit ice dispenser. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC will clean out the ice machine unit. Also observed rust build up around the ice machine unit. ======In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 3rd consecutive violation
4-602.11(E)
Equipment not durable or properly constructed
Inspector notes: On previous inspection discussed with Person In Charge (PIC) to correct large panel of ice cream machine. At time of inspection ice cream machine right side panel about to come off unit and bent. =========Equipment and utensils designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use
4-201.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed both hood vents with yellow organic matter and visible grease build up. Notified Person In Charge (PIC).==========Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed by side wall panel behind ice cream machine with broken wall sidings. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ===========Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable
6-201.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sonic.
How does Sonic compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Sonic most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Sonic's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent 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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