Sonic

630 W Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

The health department has logged three inspections at Sonic, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

That's lower than the typical Tempe restaurant, which scores around 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed pasteurized liquid eggs stored beneath raw beef patties in reach in cooler next to grill. PIC relocated eggs to shelf above raw beef. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

Jun 19, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Multiple containers of raw beef patties stored over boxes of bacon and franks in the walk in cooler. (*The raw beef was stored in deep, covered containers and all other food items were packaged.)The PIC relocated the beef to proper location. Ensure that food items are protected from cross contamination during storage, preparation, display

3-302.11(A3-8)

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Grout in areas throughout the kitchen area are damaged, chipped, and missing. Ensure grout is flush with the corresponding tiles for cleanability

6-201.11

Dec 9, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked eggs and sausage bits in containers on the grill with temperatures between 99 to 111*F at time of inspection. Per cook, both items were placed in hot holding containers less than an hour prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above

3-501.16(A)(1)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonic on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Sonic compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Sonic most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Sonic's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonic have averaged around one violation 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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