Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens
Last inspected:
2660 Nw 199 St, Miami Gardens, FL 33056Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic Drive-In in Miami Gardens has accumulated 315 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Fire safety records document a 2020 citation for boxes blocking a marked exit. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Top recurring violations involve improper ventilation, chemical storage, and missing consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: November 13, 2017 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
10.2
violations / inspection
10.2 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022024526 | $200.00 | Mar 8, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2017054761 | $400.00 | Nov 13, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 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 door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: 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 Miami Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections34 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens last inspected?
- Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 15, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens last shut down?
- Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens was last shut down on November 13, 2017 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens had?
- Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens has had 31 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 Miami Gardens find?
- Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected on October 15, 2025 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens been fined?
- Sonic Drive in in Miami Gardens has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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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