SONIC DRIVE-IN 5287

With 9 documented inspections, SONIC DRIVE-IN 5287 in PACE has achieved a 3.7/5 food safety rating. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

Last inspection: 2 months ago · 9 reports on file

Caroline Street

Florida, 32571

Santa Rosa County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.7/5)

Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/7/2026· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13567531

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

12/19/2025· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13599678

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

12/18/2025· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13596091

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 high, 1 int, 2 basic

35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Upon inspection, observed one dead roach in front area of establishment. Warning
08B-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.
35A-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
01B-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.
01B-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.
03A-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
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. Upon inspection, no proof of completed employee training at establishment. Violation addressed at earlier inspection.

11/4/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 10933384

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 1 int

08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection, observed container of raw ground beef stored over container of hot dogs in reach-in cooler. Employee moved raw beef patties to a lower area in reach-in cooler during inspection. 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. Upon inspection, no proof of state approved employee training at establishment. Warning

8/5/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8848437

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

8/2/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8774760

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 1 basic

14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on walk-in cooler torn. Repair services on site at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Corn dogs at 52f in reach-in cooler for more than 4 hours, sliced tomatoes ambient cooling in walk-in cooler over 4 hours.
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn dogs at 52f in reach-in cooler for more than 4 hours. See stop sale. Reach-in cooler: Shredded cheese 54f for 3 hours, shredded lettuce 50f for 1 hour, sliced tomatoes 51f for 1 hour, smash burger patty 49f for 2 hours, raw bacon 50f for 2 hours. Walk-in cooler: shredded lettuce 47f for 1 hour. Warning
03D-06-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Sliced tomatoes ambient cooling in walk-in cooler over 4 hours. See stop sale.

1/23/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8494596

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups used as scoops for cookie dough in walk in freezer. Operator removed cups during inspection. Corrected On-Site
08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Cookie dough in walk in freezer. Operator covered cookie dough during inspection. Corrected On-Site

9/7/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8299018

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

9/7/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8373873

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling tiles around air vents Repeat Violation
24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans wet nesting on shelf above triple sink
36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by triple sink
31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink by triple sink