Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report

SONIC DRIVE-IN 5287

4001 HWY 90 · PACE · Santa Rosa County · FL 32571

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateDecember 18, 2025
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3686324
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13596091
DBPR license6701405

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
4 High Priority1 Intermediate2 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical7 Total

All DBPR Inspector Observations

7 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 4

#3High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – 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. **Warning**

Warning
#4High Priority01B-13-4

High Priority – 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
#5High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – 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.

Stop Sale
#6High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – 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. **Warning**

WarningStop Sale

Intermediate 1

#7Intermediate53B-01-5

Intermediate – 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.

Basic 2

#1Basic35A-03-4

Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Upon inspection, observed one dead roach in front area of establishment. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic08B-19-4

Basic – 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.

Stop Sale

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 16, 2026 7:40 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 4 · Facilities maintain proper food temperature
1 observation(s)
Category 9 · Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food / AOP
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 54 · Florida Clean Indoor Air Act
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.