SONIC DRIVE-IN 6156
1780 US HWY 1, Vero Beach FL 32960
Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
4 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 8 droppings observed on floor under soda box station. - 3 droppings on rack behind soda box. Area is in back of building next to back door. Manager cleaned and sanitized.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025011563 | Feb 19, 2025 | Jun 23, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2021028855 | Jun 4, 2021 | Oct 6, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Wall panels in dry storage are not secured. Manager states they have work order in place
Ice buildup walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters under fryer have grease build up
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink next in dish area is not accessible due to drain pipe has fallen off. Water drains onto floor
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Wall panels in dry storage are not secured. Manager states they have work order in place
Ice buildup walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters under fryer have grease build up
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burgers in pan over pretzels in reach in cooler.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated mold-like substance and dust in back area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Warmer interior is soiled in old food debris and grease. - Hood filters have heavy grease build up.
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 8 droppings observed on floor under soda box station. - 3 droppings on rack behind soda box. Area is in back of building next to back door. Manager cleaned and sanitized.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In dish area and sink on cooks line
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under ice machine
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Warmer interior is soiled in old food debris and grease. - Hood filters have heavy grease build up.
Met inspection standards. 5 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. Cut lettuce found at 46F. Manager stated it was pulled out when rearranging cooler about 30 minutes ago. Advised rapid chill. Shredded cheese prepped 30 minutes ago in ice bath at 50F. Manager iced down
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Above dry storage
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan on cook line
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Tall stainless coolers. Manager stated they are waiting on new shelves.
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.