SONIC DRIVE-IN #4721
With 6 documented inspections, SONIC DRIVE-IN #4721 in BRANDON has achieved a 3.5/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.
1230 East Brandon Boulevard
Brandon, Florida, 33511
Hillsborough County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★½☆ (3.5/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 9/22/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 13522578
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at reach in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door handle broken. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Multiple fluorescent light fixtures throughout facility with no covers Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: **Time Extended**
Inspection Date: 9/17/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10875673
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at reach in freezer. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door handle broken. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of limes on floor in walk in cooler. Operator placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning. Observed in walk in cooler. Warning
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Multiple fluorescent light fixtures throughout facility with no covers Warning
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed on wall under 3 compartment sink. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized the area. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of window cleaner on prep table. Manager moved. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Wisk stored in hand sink. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ CFM, William Barron arrived during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
Inspection Date: 4/21/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10821056
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 12/9/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8724191
- 13-04-4:Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At mop sink.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Excessive grease and food residue under and behind cookline equipment.
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to operator, printed and displayed. Corrected On-Site
- 14-73-4:Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Container at fryer hood not installed properly. Operator replaced. Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters at fryers and flat top stations have excessive grease buildup.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 1/30/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8548342
Inspection Date: 11/8/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8345595
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gaskets soiled
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored Liquid cleaner on freezer of beef Spray bottle on table next to toaster
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Case of water on back sink Parts of spray bottle in front sink