SONIC DRIVE-IN #4361
4011 N WICKHAM RD, Melbourne FL 32935
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Strong scent of sewage at entry
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In soft serve machine. Fluid dripping into ice cream mix.
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
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Upper surface area surrounding mixing arm for blender is soiled
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.
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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
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager not wearing hat while moving products to count inventory
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Multiple areas throughout building
Food stored under dripping water line. In soft serve machine. Fluid dripping into ice cream mix. SEE STOP SALE
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substances
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Strong scent of sewage at entry
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Lower holding area of flip top reach-in cooler on cook line
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Drink on prep table.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Manager had boxes moved off floor
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, grease build up. Pans used to keep meat in warmer have heavy build up on them.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several containers with sticker residue
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
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
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over hot dogs, and pasteurized eggs. Manager relocated tomatoes
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with grease next to grill and above triple sink area.
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.