SONIC DRIVE-IN Health Score — Gainesville, FL

6421 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32608

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 2
Inspected 7/27/2026
Gainesville avg 87 / 100
B
82 / 100
Good

Pest-related violations were noted — these can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection.

2 high-risk issues, 1 moderate issue, 1 minor issue found

Inspected July 27, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 30% of restaurants in Gainesville. The city average ClearScore is 87 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
2
Moderate
1
Minor
1

Violations Found

  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • High Risk Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Moderate Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Minor No presence or breeding of insects/rodents/pests; no live animals; outer openings protected from insects/pests; rodent proof

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Frequently Asked Questions

SONIC DRIVE-IN received a ClearScore of 82/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on July 27, 2026. 4 violations were found, including 2 high-risk issues. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

Yes — SONIC DRIVE-IN's inspection on July 27, 2026 noted pest-related violations, which inspectors classify as a serious concern. In total, 4 violations were recorded: 2 high-risk, 1 moderate, and 1 minor. Pest violations can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection cycle.

SONIC DRIVE-IN was last inspected on July 27, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

SONIC DRIVE-IN received a Grade B (ClearScore 82/100) on its most recent inspection. There were 2 high-risk violations noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

The most recent inspection found 4 violations at SONIC DRIVE-IN: 1. Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS) 2. Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized 3. Non-food contact surfaces clean. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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