Sonic
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
61
Score
Sonic has been inspected five times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 13, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment”, which has been cited two times.
By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Sonic on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Improper handwashing procedure
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee wash hands for 1 -2 seconds and only wet hands and begin to prepare open tcs foods at drink station and back of house after. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC will have employee wash hands correctly with soap, rinse and dry in 20 seconds minimum. =====Employees need to wash for 20 seconds with soap; rinse hands; and dry with paper towels
2-301.12
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Discussed with Person In Charge (PIC). At time of inspection no written procedure for vomiting and fecal matter clean ups could be provided. PIC was not able to describe adequate clean up procedures verbally. ====
2-501.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: At time of inspection observed in use low temperature chlorine dish machine .No chlorine sanitizer test strips could be provided. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L (ppm) of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Accurate test kit/ device must be available
4-302.14
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed exposed concrete flooring around the front ice cream machines. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). ==Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth, durable, non-absorbent and easily cleanable. • Example: exposed rough concrete flooring
6-201.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: ****Second Consecutive violation*** There is a condensation leak inside the reach in cooler under make line causing some pooling of water inside unit. Ensure that the equipment is repaired properly. Also observed main ice machine drain parts in back are missing. Also observed heavy rust and exposed metal all along the front of both walk in refrigerator and walk in freezer unit. Notified Person In charge (PIC)
4-501.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed AVB leaks during on position. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Also observed accordion style drains at below back of house hand sink and restroom hand sink drains. All need to be replaced for hard pvc pipes ====Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (AVB) is damaged, leaking, missing cap
5-205.15(B)
61
Aug 14, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Three live roaches in the drink station and drive thru areas. Ensure that proper pest control is performed
6-501.111(C)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: There is a condensation leak inside the reach in cooler under make line causing some pooling of water inside unit. Ensure that the equipment is repaired properly
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: There is excess soil residue around the fryer, in the trough under the cookline, and around the grill area. Ensure that physical facility is cleaned as frequently as necessary
6-501.12
82
Jun 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese sauce-107-117F in the hot holding unit next to the fryer area. PIC voluntarily discarded the sauce-see embargo form. Keep TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above
3-501.16(A)(1)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Large pan of cut tomato items-47-51F cooling in make line unit. The PIC stated that the tomatoes were recently prepped and relocated to the walk in cooler to properly cool. Ensure that food items are cooled in equipment that is arranged to facilitate heat transfer
3-501.15(B)
82
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the faucet at the large three-compartment sink leaking/spraying a large amount of water from the faucet's swivel point. It is also white and green from calcification. Observed the white drainpipe from the back hand washing sink to be leaking the majority of the water from the sink, directly onto the floor below the sink. Informed PIC that these plumbing fixtures need to be brought back into good repair. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the ice scoop handle touching the ice in the bin. Informed PIC that the handle of the ice scoop needs to be stored outside of the ice. Instructed PIC to use the ice scoop holder that is on the basin to ensure the handle stays out of the ice. PIC placed ice scoop in the holder at time of inspection. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sonic last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sonic on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sonic?
Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sonic.
How does Sonic compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Sonic most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Sonic's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sonic have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sonic means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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