Sonic Drive-in in Orlando
Last inspected:
5399 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic Drive-In #4405 in Orlando has accumulated 286 violations across 21 inspections, averaging 13.6 violations per inspection — more than 2.6 times the statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations were cited in at least 7 of the most recent 8 inspections, representing a persistent systemic issue. Employee health reporting, allergen awareness, and consumer advisory violations also appeared repeatedly across the record. High-priority violations for hand washing, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage were documented in the most recent inspection on March 30, 2026, which was completed with no further action. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure on record, but fire safety violations were documented in 2022 (marked exit blocked) and 2020 (missing fire extinguisher).
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive-in in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
13.6
violations / inspection
13.6 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Sonic Drive-in in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.Blocked by water vaccum.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher in floor between the front doors **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-01: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Outlet cover in drive thru window area has no cover. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-08: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Outlet cover in drive thru window area has no cover.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 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. Bags of trash and boxes in the rear exit
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 Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections38 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections43 violations · 26 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Not available electronically
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Sonic Drive-in in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Orlando last inspected?
- Sonic Drive-in #4405 in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sonic Drive-in in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in #4405 in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Orlando had?
- Sonic Drive-in #4405 in Orlando has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Orlando find?
- Sonic Drive-in #4405 in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Sonic Drive-in #4405 in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in #4405 in Orlando has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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