SONIC DRIVE-IN 5287
4001 HWY 90 · PACE · Santa Rosa County · FL 32571
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection, observed storage pan of raw burger patties stored over storage container of French toast sticks in upright reach-in freezer.
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Upon inspection, observed shredded cheddar cheese 45f in upper make bar cooler. Manager stated cheddar cheese has been in make bar cooler overnight. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon inspection, observed shredded cheddar cheese 45f in upper make bar cooler. Manager stated cheddar cheese has been in make bar cooler overnight. **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon inspection, observed potato tots 121f in fryer area hot holding unit, less than 4 hours per manager.
Intermediate 2
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upon inspection, observed handwashing sink not easily accessible/blocked in front area of establishment near computer desk.
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Basic 3
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
50-09-4Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Upon inspection, license available at establishment expired as of 06/01/26.
36-24-5Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall. Upon inspection, observed bottom portion of wall near dishwashing area in disrepair.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 17, 2026 11:21 AM.
Violation category totals
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.