SONIC DRIVE-IN 1237
224 W 23 ST, Panama City FL 32405
Last inspected Dec 17, 2025 · 5 visits since July 2023
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DEC 25
— STEADY
4 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025034935 | Jul 28, 2023 | Sep 22, 2025 | $320 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at the handwashing sink next to the office area. Manager brought paper towels during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In the chemical storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent outside the Walk in cooler with presence of dust.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Walls and door inside the Walk in Cooler have presence of rust.
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright cooler besides the freezer, next to the frying station.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls/doors that leads to the WIC and WIF with presence of black mold-like substance and buildup.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager stored it properly during inspection.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked in the back with empty boxes. For reporting purposes only.
Apr 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 food handlers hired over 60 days at time of inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager unable to provide proof of reporting agreement for all employees. Observed 5 employees at time of inspection.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on walk-in cooler door handle.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Build up of debris under walk-in cooler shelves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on walk-in cooler shelf. Grease and debris build up on top of fry/tater tot warmer.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Fry station and grill station reach in cooler and freezer shelves.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Rusted walls in walk-in cooler.
Aug 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cups in box stored on floor in side dry storage area.
Jul 28, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 food handlers hired over 60 days at time of inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager unable to provide proof of reporting agreement for all employees. Observed 5 employees at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on cutting board by flat top. Cell phone removed at time of inspection. Cutting board cleaned and sanitized.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under drink machine near desk
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Dust/dirt by front door. Dirt/debris under ice machine and storage are shelves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Speed rack in walk-in cooler soiled with food debris and mold like substance.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.