Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens
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11900 Hialeah Gardens Blvd, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Sonic Drive-In location in Hialeah Gardens has compiled a pattern of significant violations across 28 inspections, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection — nearly 40 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented in 11 of the last 7 inspections, with employee health reporting violations cited in 6 consecutive inspections from February 2024 through September 2025. Shell stock handling and consumer advisory violations for shellfish have appeared repeatedly across the record, along with hand washing and chemical storage deficiencies. One disciplinary action resulted in a $320 fine. A fire safety violation on March 19, 2024 noted a portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure on record. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 documented 12 violations and was completed with no further action, though the prior two inspections on May 15 and February 13, 2025 resulted in administrative complaint recommendations from the state.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016043465 | $320.00 | Aug 9, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens last inspected?
- Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens had?
- Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens has had 28 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 Hialeah Gardens find?
- Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens been fined?
- Sonic Drive in in Hialeah Gardens has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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