Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park
Last inspected:
7725 49th Street N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic Drive-In #5021 in Pinellas Park has accumulated 270 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once for fly activity. Fire inspectors documented three violations related to fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone, a recurring issue first cited in 2017 that reappeared in 2024. Recent enforcement shows an active pattern: in February 2026, inspectors recommended an emergency order after finding 15 violations with five high-priority citations, and the facility complied the following day.
Most recent closure: August 16, 2023 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023057354 | $400.00 | Aug 16, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
-Fire extinguisher gauge in red zone at front entrance.
-Fire extinguisher gauge in red zone at back door.
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 · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-05-17: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher near walk in cooler in recharge zone. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-05-18: **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 · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher near walk in cooler in recharge zone.
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.
Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections63 violations · 33 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park last inspected?
- Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park last shut down?
- Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park was last shut down on August 16, 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 Pinellas Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park had?
- Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park find?
- Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park been fined?
- Sonic Drive-in #5021 in Pinellas Park has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Pinellas Park operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Sonic Drive in of Pinellas Park (2017-2017).
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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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