Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland
Last inspected:
5030 Dave Robbins Way, Lakeland, FL 33812Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic Drive-In 6669 in Lakeland has accumulated 66 violations across 20 inspections dating back to at least 2016, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, which is below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have been cited sporadically across the record, including hand washing issues (May 2024), chemical storage problems (July 2023, May 2024, September 2024), and food condition concerns (July 2023, November 2023). The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 identified two consumer advisory violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland last inspected?
- Sonic Drive-in 6669 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in 6669 in Lakeland are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland had?
- Sonic Drive-in 6669 in Lakeland has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland find?
- Sonic Drive-in 6669 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Sonic Drive-in 6669 in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
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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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