Sonic in Riverview
Last inspected:
10251 Big Bend Rd, Riverview, FL 33578Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic 5628 in Riverview has accumulated 108 violations across 16 inspections since 2021, averaging 6.75 violations per inspection—nearly 30% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $620 in fines. Employee health reporting violations appeared in every inspection from 2022 through 2026, a pattern spanning four years. Allergen awareness and consumer advisory violations have been cited repeatedly across recent inspections. The most recent inspection on January 29, 2026 documented 14 violations including high-priority employee health reporting, allergen awareness, and food contact surface issues, with an administrative complaint recommended. The previous inspection on July 23, 2025 resulted in 20 violations including four high-priority findings—employee health reporting, allergen awareness, consumer advisory, and time as control—also recommending administrative action. No emergency closures are on record.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic in Riverview: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Sonic in Riverview: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $620.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025060921 | $300.00 | Jul 23, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024053539 | $160.00 | Jul 15, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022000656 | $160.00 | Oct 22, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonic in Riverview: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sonic in Riverview: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic in Riverview last inspected?
- Sonic 5628 in Riverview was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 29, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Sonic in Riverview?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic 5628 in Riverview are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Sonic in Riverview had?
- Sonic 5628 in Riverview has had 16 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sonic in Riverview find?
- Sonic 5628 in Riverview was most recently inspected on January 29, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Sonic in Riverview ever been shut down?
- No, Sonic 5628 in Riverview has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 in Riverview faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonic 5628 in Riverview has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $620.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonic in Riverview been fined?
- Sonic 5628 in Riverview has been fined a total of $620.00 across 3 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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