How many health inspections has SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540 had?

SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540 has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540 ever been shut down?

Yes, SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540 has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540?

The most frequently cited violations at SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540 are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540

463939 SR 200 A1A, Yulee, FL 32097

Nassau County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: QUALTIY DRIVE-IN I, LLC · License: SEA5501004

SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540 in Yulee, FL has 27 inspections on record with 158 total violations (5.9 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of March 3, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for SONIC DRIVE-IN #5540
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 18, 2021	Roach & fly activity	15:40:00

Inspection History (27)

Mar 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Emergency Closures (1)

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