Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

6350 103 St, Jacksonville, FL 32210

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

Overview

Sonic Drive-In 5286 in Jacksonville has accumulated 281 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for flies. A single fire safety violation from 2017 documented a hasp lock on the walk-in cooler door. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recent inspections from 2024 onward show a pattern of repeated administrative complaints, with seven consecutive inspections recommending further action between April 2025 and January 2026, indicating ongoing compliance challenges.

Most recent closure: August 28, 2019 for flies.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

34Inspections
281Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 8.3 violations / inspection 8.3 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville
DateReasonReopened
Flies 09:07:00

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

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2019047005 $400.00 Aug 28, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Door on walk in cooler has hasp lock.. For reporting purposes only.

Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)

— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection14 violations · 10 high priority
— 6 inspections36 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville last inspected?
Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 8, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville last shut down?
Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville was last shut down on August 28, 2019 for flies. 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 Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville had?
Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville find?
Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on January 8, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville been fined?
Sonic Drive-in 5286 in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Jacksonville operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Sonic Drive-in #5286 (2017).

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