SONIC DRIVE-IN 5287
4001 HWY 90, Pace FL 32571 · 850-995-1235
Last inspected Jan 7, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Upon inspection, observed one live roach on its back moving on floor in rear storage area of establishment.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Upon inspection, observed one live roach on its back moving on floor in rear storage area of establishment.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Upon inspection, observed uncovered storage pans of raw ground beef patties in reach-in freezer with ice that has contacted the patties due to buildup/melting ice onto the patties.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Upon inspection, the following temperatures were observed at approximately 9:30am in walk-in cooler: chili 50f, raw burger patties 47f, hot dogs 50f, shredded lettuce 51f, shredded cheddar 50f. Temperatures at 10:30am observed: chili 49f, raw burger patties 48f, hot dogs 52f, shredded lettuce 53f, shredded cheddar 52f. Also observed during stop sale liquid eggs 49f, ice cream base 46f, whipped topping 50f.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees. Upon inspection, the following temperatures were observed at approximately 9:30am in walk-in cooler: chili 50f, raw burger patties 47f, hot dogs 50f, shredded lettuce 51f, shredded cheddar 50f. Temperatures at 10:30am observed: chili 49f, raw burger patties 48f, hot dogs 52f, shredded lettuce 53f, shredded cheddar 52f. Also observed during stop sale liquid eggs 49f, ice cream base 46f, whipped topping 50f for an undetermined amount of time - see stop sale.
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. Upon inspection, no proof of completed employee training at establishment. Violation addressed at earlier inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. Upon inspection, observed one dead roach in front area of establishment.
Food contaminated by ice/dripping water into uncovered storage pans of raw ground beef patties in reach-in freezer with ice that has contacted the patties. See stop sale.
Nov 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection, observed container of raw ground beef stored over container of hot dogs in reach-in cooler. Employee moved raw beef patties to a lower area in reach-in cooler during inspection.
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. Upon inspection, no proof of state approved employee training at establishment.
Aug 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Corn dogs at 52f in reach-in cooler for more than 4 hours, sliced tomatoes ambient cooling in walk-in cooler over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn dogs at 52f in reach-in cooler for more than 4 hours. See stop sale. Reach-in cooler: Shredded cheese 54f for 3 hours, shredded lettuce 50f for 1 hour, sliced tomatoes 51f for 1 hour, smash burger patty 49f for 2 hours, raw bacon 50f for 2 hours. Walk-in cooler: shredded lettuce 47f for 1 hour.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Sliced tomatoes ambient cooling in walk-in cooler over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on walk-in cooler torn. Repair services on site at time of inspection.
Jan 23, 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
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups used as scoops for cookie dough in walk in freezer. Operator removed cups during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Cookie dough in walk in freezer. Operator covered cookie dough during inspection.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink by triple sink
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling tiles around air vents
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans wet nesting on shelf above triple sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by triple sink
Sep 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.