How many health inspections has SONIC DRIVE IN had?

SONIC DRIVE IN has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SONIC DRIVE IN ever been shut down?

No, SONIC DRIVE IN has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SONIC DRIVE IN?

The most frequently cited violations at SONIC DRIVE IN are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sanitizing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

SONIC DRIVE IN

8188 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Lauderhill, FL 33351

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: AQSR LAUDERHILL LLC · License: SEA1623440

SONIC DRIVE IN in Lauderhill, FL has 21 inspections on record with 170 total violations (8.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

170Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 11, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Feb 11, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jul 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Feb 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Oct 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 26 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

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

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Feb 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Nov 20, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 18, 2020 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 19, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 13, 2017 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 22, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Aug 4, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

SONIC DRIVE IN has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Broward County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 8.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.31.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SONIC DRIVE IN had?: SONIC DRIVE IN has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SONIC DRIVE IN ever been shut down?: No, SONIC DRIVE IN has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SONIC DRIVE IN?: The most frequently cited violations at SONIC DRIVE IN are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sanitizing.

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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.

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Last verified: February 11, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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