Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne

Last inspected:

4011 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935

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

Overview

Sonic Drive-In #4361 in Melbourne accumulated 181 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.96 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern, including handwashing failures cited in at least 5 inspections, shell stock handling violations appearing in 3 of the most recent 5 inspections, chemical storage violations documented in multiple years, and employee health policy breaches. A Warning was formally issued on January 4, 2023 after an inspection found 10 combined violations including improper handwashing, inadequate chemical storage, missing consumer advisories, and food contamination risks. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 found 2 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
181Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg 5.94 violations / inspection 5.94 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Brevard County Avg 0.16 closures / facility 0.16 county average

Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne last inspected?
Sonic Drive-in #4361 in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne?
The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in #4361 in Melbourne are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne had?
Sonic Drive-in #4361 in Melbourne has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne find?
Sonic Drive-in #4361 in Melbourne was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne ever been shut down?
No, Sonic Drive-in #4361 in Melbourne has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.

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