SONIC DRIVE IN
2425 NE 8 ST, Homestead FL 33033 · 305-451-0561
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chili (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler date on 08/11/24.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers on shelf next to washing area. Operator started to dry water.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to ice machine. Observed inside walk in cooler. Observed in hallway leading to back storage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under shelf inside walk in freezer.
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Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shields missing throughout establishment.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed blue boxes on shelve over prep area not inverted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to shake machine. Employee started to dry water.
Jan 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in standing units at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance accumulated on vents throughout establishment. Also observed dust accumulated on standing fan at kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed around ice machine, also on hallway by walk in cooler/freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated on floor at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in standing units at cook line.
Jan 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding) sliced American cheese (51F - Cold Holding) shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at sandwich assembly area, as per operator less than 4 hours. Operator moved food containers to walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in standing units at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance accumulated on vents throughout establishment. Also observed dust accumulated on standing fan at kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table next to reach in cooler at cook line, operator removed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation at cook line not wearing a hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed around ice machine, also on hallway by walk in cooler/freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated on floor at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in standing units at cook line.
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding) next to steam table at cook line, as per operator over 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding) next to steam table at cook line, as per operator over 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand wash sink across 3 compartment sink, operator removed during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal key chain on coffee/tea station. Operator removed during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by ice machine and hallway by walk in cooler/freezer.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under 3 compartment sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on reach in cooler across steam table.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chili container dated on 01/25 on shelves at walk in cooler. Employee discarded chili during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chili container dated on 01/25 on shelves at walk in cooler. Employee discarded chili during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets not inverted next to ice machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by ice machine, also on hallway by walk in cooler/freezer.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout establishment.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of raw onions stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator stored properly.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers by hallway.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
Oct 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler. Also under equipment at cookline.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in unit by ice cream station.
Aug 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Observed cooked chili (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler date on 08/11/24.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chili (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler date on 08/11/24.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on cookie crumbs case at walk in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at walk in cooler/freezer l
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at cook line.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by walk in cooler/freezer hallway. Also by ice machine.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler. Also under equipment at cookline.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed throughout establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout establishment.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed by ice cream station.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in unit by ice cream station.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed on HWS by door entrance.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket; (Quaternary 0ppm)
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed HWS across 3 compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers at 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line. Also on reach in freezer at cook line.
Dec 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on ice machine next to rack across office.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on vents throughout kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout establishment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under skate rack next to employee entrance.
Oct 9, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dogs packages on standing water at 3 compartment sink. As per operator less than 3 hours. hot dogs (51F - Cold Holding) employee moved hot dogs from water and proceeded to stored on metal containers.
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. Provided form during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on ice machine next to rack across office.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken vent at coffee station.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on vents throughout kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets not inverted in front ice machine across office.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees at the cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout establishment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under skate rack next to employee entrance.
Food stored on floor. Observed fries and onion rings boxes stored on floor inside walk in freezer. Also cooking oil container stored on floor between fryer and reach in freezer at cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the bottom of reach in cooler next to expo table. Also in reach in cooler at shake station.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed hot dogs packages on standing water at 3 compartment sink. As per operator less than 3 hours. hot dogs (51F - Cold Holding) employee moved hot dogs from water and proceeded to stored on metal containers.
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