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SONIC DRIVE-IN #4361

4011 N WICKHAM RD, Melbourne FL 32935

Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA1505341
Grade history
MAR 24
JUN 24
MAY 25
NOV 25
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Strong scent of sewage at entry
Basic/36-64-5
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Jul 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In soft serve machine. Fluid dripping into ice cream mix.
High priority/01B-13-4
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jennifer Jones
Intermediate/53A-04-6
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Upper surface area surrounding mixing arm for blender is soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 certificate available for 15 employees
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager not wearing hat while moving products to count inventory
Basic/13-03-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Multiple areas throughout building
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored under dripping water line. In soft serve machine. Fluid dripping into ice cream mix. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/08B-52-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substances
Basic/23-03-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Strong scent of sewage at entry
Basic/36-64-5
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Lower holding area of flip top reach-in cooler on cook line
Basic/29-49-6
The state's own report →
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Drink on prep table.
Basic/12B-02-4
May 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw chicken and then handled buns before changing gloves and washing hands.
High priority/12A-09-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Manager had boxes moved off floor
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Jun 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, grease build up. Pans used to keep meat in warmer have heavy build up on them.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several containers with sticker residue
Basic/16-46-4
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean.
Basic/33-10-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot dogs 47F, manager moved to walk in to rapid chill them.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Inside of reach in cooler on cookline and gaskets on reach in cooler freezer
Basic/23-03-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over hot dogs, and pasteurized eggs. Manager relocated tomatoes
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with grease next to grill and above triple sink area.
Basic/36-27-5

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.