Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island
Last inspected:
1801 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island, FL 32003Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
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. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida 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
5.53
violations / inspection
5.53 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)
Sonic Drive-in in Fleming Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement 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 (39)
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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 August 27, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- 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 39 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 August 27, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- 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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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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