Sonic # in Tallahassee

Last inspected:

1510 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303

Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

This Sonic Drive-In in Tallahassee has been inspected 24 times since 2016, accumulating 153 total violations—an average of 6.4 violations per inspection, substantially above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared consistently across inspections, including recurring issues with food contact surface sanitation, employee health reporting, and consumer advisories. The facility received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $320 in fines. A fire safety violation involving a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone was documented in 2015. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on September 10, 2025 resulted in 8 violations (4 basic-level) and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
157Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$320in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sonic # in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg 3.42 violations / inspection 3.42 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Leon County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Sonic # in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $320.00

Disciplinary action history for Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2019044410 $160.00 Jul 24, 2019 Miami (Doral)
6--2019022756 $160.00 Feb 20, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Sonic # in Tallahassee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Hws near wic.

Sonic # in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 7 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sonic # in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic # in Tallahassee last inspected?
Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Sonic # in Tallahassee?
The most frequently cited violations at Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Sonic # in Tallahassee had?
Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sonic # in Tallahassee find?
Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Sonic # in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
No, Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Sonic # in Tallahassee had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Sonic # in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
How much has Sonic # in Tallahassee been fined?
Sonic # 3567 in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $320.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Sonic # in Tallahassee operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Sonic Drive in Tallahassee #2 (2015).

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