Sonic Drive-in in Key West

Last inspected:

2312 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

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

Overview

This Sonic Drive-In location in Key West has averaged 9.5 violations per inspection across 18 inspections since 2016, substantially exceeding Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations appeared in 12 of the 18 inspections, and food contact surface violations were documented in 11 inspections, indicating persistent systemic deficiencies in these areas. Hand washing and employee health policy violations were cited repeatedly across multiple years. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented on two occasions: blocked exits in 2022 and 2021. The most recent inspection on July 30, 2025 identified 6 basic violations including food contact surfaces, consumer advisory lapses, and chemical storage issues, with an outcome of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections
193Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sonic Drive-in in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 10.2 violations / inspection 10.2 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg 7 violations / inspection 7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Monroe County Avg 0.09 closures / facility 0.09 county average

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

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Sonic Drive-in in Key West
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2021037826 $200.00 Jun 8, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Sonic Drive-in in Key West: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed boxes blocking the rear exit door. **Corrected On-Site**
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

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed boxes blocking back door exit.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.

Sonic Drive-in in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)

— 1 inspection15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V41 Toilet facilities
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 8 inspections75 violations · 42 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V32 Proper sanitizing
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V41 Toilet facilities
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V11 Food in good condition
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V32 Proper sanitizing
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V32 Proper sanitizing
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Sonic Drive-in in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive-in in Key West last inspected?
Sonic Drive-in in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive-in in Key West?
The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in in Key West are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Key West had?
Sonic Drive-in in Key West has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Key West find?
Sonic Drive-in in Key West was most recently inspected on May 26, 2026 with 22 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Key West ever been shut down?
No, Sonic Drive-in in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Key West had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in in Key West has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Sonic Drive-in in Key West been fined?
Sonic Drive-in in Key West has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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