Sonic Drive-in in Titusville

Last inspected:

650 Cheney Hwy, Titusville, FL 32780

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

Overview

This Sonic Drive-In in Titusville has a severe compliance record marked by emergency closure, chronic violations, and repeated enforcement. The facility was emergency-closed on October 27, 2021 for lack of restrooms. Across 37 inspections, it accumulated 433 total violations—averaging 11.7 violations per inspection, more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2—and faced 2 formal disciplinary actions totaling $1,120 in fines. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: chemical storage violations appeared in at least 6 recent inspections, food contact surface violations in at least 7 recent inspections, and consumer advisory violations in at least 5. The most recent inspection on December 8, 2025 yielded 10 violations and a "Call Back - Complied" disposition, but the pattern of escalations—including a "Warning Issued" on October 7, 2025 following 34 violations—indicates ongoing systemic management failure. Prior to the December inspection, the October 7 routine inspection documented improper hand and arm washing, unapproved food sources, food in poor condition, and parasite control failures alongside structural violations.

Most recent closure: October 27, 2021 for no restrooms.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

37Inspections
433Violations
1Closures
$1,120in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sonic Drive-in in Titusville: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 11.7 violations / inspection 11.7 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg 5.94 violations / inspection 5.94 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Brevard County Avg 0.16 closures / facility 0.16 county average

Sonic Drive-in in Titusville: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville
DateReasonReopened
No restrooms 13:17:00

Sonic Drive-in in Titusville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,120.00

Disciplinary action history for Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2021050731 $800.00 Oct 27, 2021 Miami (Doral)
4--2020007792 $320.00 Jan 27, 2020 Fort Lauderdale

Sonic Drive-in in Titusville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)

— 2 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— 5 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections32 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections55 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections28 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 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· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority

Sonic Drive-in in Titusville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonic Drive-in in Titusville last inspected?
Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Sonic Drive-in in Titusville last shut down?
Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville was last shut down on October 27, 2021 for no restrooms. 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 Titusville?
The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Titusville had?
Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sonic Drive-in in Titusville find?
Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Titusville ever been shut down?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Sonic Drive-in in Titusville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,120.00 in fines.
How much has Sonic Drive-in in Titusville been fined?
Sonic Drive-in #5259 in Titusville has been fined a total of $1,120.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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