Sonic Drive in in Homestead
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2425 Ne 8 St, Homestead, FL 33033Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Sonic Drive-In in Homestead has accumulated 342 violations across 31 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 11.0 violations per inspection — more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been recurring and persistent: employee health reporting violations appeared in 4 of the last 8 inspections, management awareness violations in 5 of the last 8, and consumer advisory violations in every one of the last 8 inspections. Chemical storage violations and proper cooking temperature violations have also recurred multiple times. The two most recent inspections (January 14–15, 2026) resulted in a Warning Issued disposition followed by Call Back - Complied, indicating the facility was cited for violations and then required to demonstrate correction. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 was completed with compliance confirmed.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sonic Drive in in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Sonic Drive in in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 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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— 6 inspections33 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 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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— 4 inspections47 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sonic Drive in in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive in in Homestead last inspected?
- Sonic Drive in in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive in in Homestead?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive in in Homestead are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive in in Homestead had?
- Sonic Drive in in Homestead has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive in in Homestead find?
- Sonic Drive in in Homestead was most recently inspected on August 25, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonic Drive in in Homestead ever been shut down?
- No, Sonic Drive in in Homestead has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
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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).
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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