Sonic Drive-in in Panama City
Last inspected:
11200 Hutchinson Blvd, Panama City, FL 32407Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic Drive-In #5602 in Panama City has accumulated 123 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2023 for fly activity. Disciplinary actions totaled one fine of $400. Top recurring violations include consumer advisory issues, improper ventilation, and chemical storage problems.
Most recent closure: July 25, 2023 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive-in in Panama City: Comparison to Bay County Averages
Sonic Drive-in in Panama City: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sonic Drive-in in Panama City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2023044066 | $400.00 | Jul 25, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonic Drive-in in Panama City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Sonic Drive-in in Panama City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Panama City last inspected?
- Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 23, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Panama City last shut down?
- Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City was last shut down on July 25, 2023 for fly 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 Panama City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Panama City had?
- Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Panama City find?
- Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City was most recently inspected on July 23, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Panama City ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Panama City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonic Drive-in in Panama City been fined?
- Sonic Drive-in #5602 in Panama City has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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.
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