Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach
Last inspected:
1780 Us Hwy 1, Vero Beach, FL 32960Part of: Sonic Drive-In Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Sonic Drive-In 6156 in Vero Beach has accumulated 178 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, for roach activity in 2021 and rodent activity in 2025. In June 2021, inspectors conducted four inspections in a single day, documenting repeated non-compliance with an active emergency order. The restaurant's most frequently cited violations involve improper ventilation, chemical storage, and food contact surfaces, with 2 disciplinary actions resulting in $800 in fines.
Most recent closure: February 19, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach: Comparison to Indian River County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Indian River County Avg
6.33
violations / inspection
6.33 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Indian River County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025011563 | $400.00 | Feb 19, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2021028855 | $400.00 | Jun 4, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections38 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections34 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach last inspected?
- Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach last shut down?
- Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach was last shut down on February 19, 2025 for rodent 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 Vero Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach had?
- Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach has had 26 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 Drive-in in Vero Beach find?
- Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 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.
- 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 Drive-in in Vero Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Sonic Drive-in in Vero Beach been fined?
- Sonic Drive-in 6156 in Vero Beach has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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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