Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne
Last inspected:
4011 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
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. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Sonic Drive-in in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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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 July 20, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- 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 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 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 July 20, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- 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 V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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