Sonic

3411 W Union Hills Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85053
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Across the available record, Sonic has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Sonic was last inspected on Oct 21, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Sonic's latest score of 90 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- The ambient temperature of the prep cooler measured at 51°F using min/max thermometer. See violation above. The PIC stated all TCS items in unit will be kept submerged in an ice bath until it can be repaired. Employees will monitor temperatures throughout the day to ensure TCS foods are maintained at 41°F or less. The establishment has sufficient refrigeration space to remain open while awaiting repairs. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
90
Jun 2, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Observed employee handle frozen raw chicken tenders with gloved hands, then start to prepare ready-to-eat orders without washing their hands and changing gloves between tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection
2-301.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- In reach-in refrigerator, observed opened container of hatch green chiles without a date mark label on container. The PIC unsure exactly when the hatch green chiles were opened and voluntarily discarded the item at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
Inspector notes: -- Food employee with long hair observed preparing orders without wearing an effective hair restraint (hair band, hairnet, hat, etc..). Food employees shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, or other effective hair restraints and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single service and single-use articles
2-402.11
74
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Observed container of queso cheese in warmer with temperatures ranging from 125°F-127°F. The person in charge (PIC) stated the queso was placed in the warmer in the morning (more than 2 hours prior to the inspection). At the time of inspection, the queso was voluntarily discarded. Ensure TCS items are maintained at 135°F or above when hot holding
3-501.16(A)(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonic on file is from Oct 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Sonic compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Sonic most recently scored 90 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 two 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.