Sonic Drive-In #4394
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
74
Score
The Sonic Drive-In #4394 located at 8504 Main in Houston, TX, underwent a moderate risk inspection on January 7, 2026, with a score of 74. This inspection identified six minor violations, including issues with refrigerated storage temperature sensors, hot water temperature, and floor maintenance in food preparation areas. Previous inspections at this Houston, TX facility have primarily been low-risk.
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Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
74
Apr 21, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
78
Jun 27, 2024
Complaint (003)
11 minor violations.
58
Jan 3, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
82
Violations — Jan 7, 2026 Inspection
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of the mechanically refrigerated unit and designed to be easily readable.
20-21.03(b)(01)
Water under pressure. hot water is less 100°f (38°c). minimum acceptable temperature is 110°f (43°c) except as specified in section 20-21.12(d)(02) and 20-21.19(b) of this code. hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demand throughout the food establishment.
(corrected on site)
20-21.15(c)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be maintained in good repair.
20-21.22(a)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Signs clearly stating that smoking is prohibited within not conspicuously posted at every entrance to a public place.
21-244(b)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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