Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island

Last inspected:

1801 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island, FL 32003

Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Sonic Drive-In 5411 in Fleming Island was emergency-closed on August 24, 2023 for fly activity. Across 37 inspections, the facility has accumulated 253 violations, averaging 6.8 per inspection — more than 30% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring: handwashing violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 5, employee health reporting violations in at least 3, and food contact surface violations in at least 3. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Fire safety violations were documented in 2020 and 2021 involving portable fire extinguishers with gauges in the red zone. The most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition, citing 6 violations including consumer advisory and management awareness issues.

Most recent closure: August 24, 2023 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

38Inspections
253Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island: Comparison to Clay County Averages

This Facility 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 violations per inspection
Clay County Avg 5.51 violations / inspection 5.51 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Clay County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 14:09:00

Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2023057416 $400.00 Aug 24, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher across from walk in cooler, gauge in red zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to rear exit to establishment, gauge in recharge state.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V13 Parasite destruction
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 11 inspections32 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— 6 inspections30 violations · 15 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 4 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island last inspected?
Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island last shut down?
Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island was last shut down on August 24, 2023 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island?
The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island had?
Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island find?
Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island ever been shut down?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island been fined?
Sonic Drive-in 5411 in Fleming Island has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Sonic Drive in #5411 (2020-2021).

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