SONIC DRIVE IN
Northwest 39th Avenue
Gainesville, Florida, 32605
Alachua County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.5/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/31/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
0
Basic
9
Total
11
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat Violation
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets not inverted next to ice machine.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by ice machine, also on hallway by walk in cooler/freezer. Repeat Violation
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout establishment.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of raw onions stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers by hallway.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
- 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chili container dated on 01/25 on shelves at walk in cooler. Employee discarded chili during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chili container dated on 01/25 on shelves at walk in cooler. Employee discarded chili during inspection. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/31/2025 revealed 11 total violations (2 high priority, 0 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 10/21/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Still observed. **Time Extended**
- 36-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler. Also under equipment at cookline. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Still observed. **Time Extended**
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in unit by ice cream station. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Still observed. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/21/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/14/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
13
Total
17
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on cookie crumbs case at walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at walk in cooler/freezer l
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at cook line.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by walk in cooler/freezer hallway. Also by ice machine.
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler. Also under equipment at cookline. Repeat Violation
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed throughout establishment.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout establishment.
- 21-11-4:Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed by ice cream station.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in unit by ice cream station.
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed on HWS by door entrance.
- 21-08-4:Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket; (Quaternary 0ppm) Corrected On-Site
- 12A-17-4:High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Observed cooked chili (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler date on 08/11/24. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chili (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler date on 08/11/24. Corrected On-Site
- 53B-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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/14/2024 revealed 17 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 4/22/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
5
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers at 3 compartment sink.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line. Also on reach in freezer at cook line.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed HWS across 3 compartment sink. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/22/2024 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 12/11/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on ice machine next to rack across office. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-11: Still observed Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/ **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on vents throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-11: Still observed dust accumulation on vents throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-11: Still observed standing water throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under skate rack next to employee entrance. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-11: Still observed soiled floor under skate rack next to employee entrance. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/11/2023 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 10/9/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
11
Total
13
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on ice machine next to rack across office.
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken vent at coffee station.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on vents throughout kitchen.
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets not inverted in front ice machine across office.
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees at the cook line.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout establishment.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under skate rack next to employee entrance. Repeat Violation
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fries and onion rings boxes stored on floor inside walk in freezer. Also cooking oil container stored on floor between fryer and reach in freezer at cook line.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the bottom of reach in cooler next to expo table. Also in reach in cooler at shake station.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed hot dogs packages on standing water at 3 compartment sink. As per operator less than 3 hours. hot dogs (51F - Cold Holding) employee moved hot dogs from water and proceeded to stored on metal containers. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dogs packages on standing water at 3 compartment sink. As per operator less than 3 hours. hot dogs (51F - Cold Holding) employee moved hot dogs from water and proceeded to stored on metal containers. Repeat Violation
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form during inspection.
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/9/2023 revealed 13 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 11 basic).