Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce
Last inspected:
2551 S Jenkins Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic Drive-In 5587 in Fort Pierce has accumulated 209 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but faced escalating enforcement in early 2025, with three consecutive inspections in February resulting in administrative complaints for repeated non-compliance. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, chemical storage, and ventilation. The restaurant received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages
This Facility
7.2
violations / inspection
7.2 violations per inspection
St. Lucie County Avg
5.07
violations / inspection
5.07 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
St. Lucie County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025012314 | $200.00 | Feb 5, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 7 inspections28 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
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— 6 inspections37 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce last inspected?
- Sonic Drive-in 5587 in Fort Pierce was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in 5587 in Fort Pierce are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce had?
- Sonic Drive-in 5587 in Fort Pierce has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce find?
- Sonic Drive-in 5587 in Fort Pierce was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce ever been shut down?
- No, Sonic Drive-in 5587 in Fort Pierce has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in 5587 in Fort Pierce has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonic Drive-in in Fort Pierce been fined?
- Sonic Drive-in 5587 in Fort Pierce has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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