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Sonic

7440 S Jesse Owens Pkwy, Phoenix 85042

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-03978

Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

83
Good

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Aug 17, 2023 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jan 10, 2024 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Sep 12, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 20, 2025 — Routine — score 88 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)May 30, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 22, 2025 — Routine — score 52 (3 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)May 14, 2026 — Routine — score 83 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)83
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

May 14, 2026Routine1 priority2 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed.

#13 — Food in Good Condition, Safe and UnadulteratedPriority3-101.11

Inspector's notes

Observed three loafs of bread with mold on them on a shelf on the prep-line. The loafs were embargoed and discarded at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a leaking ice cream dispenser valve for the ice cream service machine. Observed the door to the dishwasher not sealing properly. Repair or replace as necessary. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed damaged flooring in both of the walk-in refrigerators. Observed missing grout throughout the kitchen. Per operator, there are bids in place to update these areas. Repair all surfaces in the kitchen area to be smooth and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability

2025

Oct 22, 2025Routine3 priority3 coreD°

*Inspectors thermometer was calibrated at time of inspection.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#18 — Proper Cooking Time and TemperaturesPriority3-401.11

Inspector's notes

Three hamburger patties cooked to 119-141F. The employee discarded the undercooked hamburgers. *Employee stated that the cook surface/grill is not able to properly maintain proper temperature throughout. Discussed with the PIC about having the grill scheduled for maintenance/repair and taking temperatures of the hamburger patties to ensure that they are cooked to 155F. Ensure that raw animal foods are cooked to proper minimum temperatures. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-401.11 - Priority: Raw Animal Foods-Cooking. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4616/25575/AMC-Toolbox---Cooking.

#19 — Proper Reheating Procedures for Hot HoldingPriority3-403.11

Inspector's notes

Chili-119-130F in the reheating/hot holding area of the cookline. Employee stated that the chili was placed into the unit to heat about three hours prior. The PIC discarded the chili-see embargo form. Ensure that PHF/TCS that has been commercially processed and packaged is reheated to 135°F for 15 seconds and is done rapidly ( not exceeding 2 hours). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-403.11 - Priority: Reheating for Hot Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4618/AMC-Toolbox---Reheating.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Iced coffee/cold brew coffee item (with ice cream mix/cream added)-46F in the beverage dispensing machine at the front counter area. The date mark on the coffee item stated that it was made on 10-19. The PIC discarded-see embargo form. Keep TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

There is a gap at the bottom of the back door. Ensure that the door sweep is repaired and/or replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

The gasket on the reach in freezer is cracked and in disrepair. There is also excess ice buildup in the unit. Ensure that the gasket is repaired or replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

There is excess old food debris and soil residue along the interior bottoms and shelves of the reach in coolers in the cookline, prep, and car hop pass thru areas. Ensure that equipment is cleaned frequently enough to preclude accumulation of soil residues. ** The presence of food debris or dirt on nonfood contact surfaces may provide a suitable environment for the growth of microorganisms which employees may inadvertently transfer to food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils

May 30, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Reviewed approved thawing methods with person in charge.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed tile grout to be very low or nonexistent near cook line and drink prep area. Observed walk-in fridge metal floor to be lifting exposing gap between metal material and cement underneath. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability

May 20, 2025Routine2 foundation2 coreB°

Re-inspection scheduled for 5/30/25.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed properly cleaning warewashing sink before and after thawing food as well as regularly cleaning floor drains to allow proper drainage. Reviewed setting timers for hot holding and changing out utensils every 4 hours. Discussed with manager about cleaning ice machine.

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressurePriority foundation5-103.11

Inspector's notes

Observed no cold water available at three comp sink. Establishment uses three comp sink to thaw TCS foods requiring cold water. Hot and cold water under pressure is required at all sink fixtures. Provide hot and cold water under pressure at all sinks prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed live ants near main handwash sink, found going as far as under the cook line and dry storage area. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed frozen prepackaged chili being thawed under still hot water in three comp sink. Explained approved thawing methods to staff. Staff member stated that cold water is not available at the three comp sink. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Chili was put in the walk-in fridge. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed litter and food debris along wall, behind frozen drink machines. Observed food debris under deep friers on floor and along floor near frozen drink machine across from desk area. Observed food splatter on wall above three comp sink as well as litter in floor drains. Dust accumulation on air filter and air vents. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Addl Notes: Observed tile grout to be very low or nonexistent near cook line and drink prep area. Observed walk-in fridge metal floor to be lifting exposing gap between metal material and cement underneath. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2024

Sep 12, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 10, 2024Routine3 coreA°

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager-- The person in charge at the time of inspection was not a certified food protection manager.Correct prior to next routine inspection.For information on obtaining manager certification visit https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants**2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager(A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM.No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. The inspection report was emailed.------On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Review Complete: CHECKED,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Reina Dillon,Review Notes: QA

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. -- Soda fountain nozzles have an accumulation of organic matter. Clean and sanitize. ** Surfaces of UTENSILS and EQUIPMENT contacting FOOD that is not TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be cleaned: (4) In EQUIPMENT such as ice bins and BEVERAGE dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of EQUIPMENT such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, BEVERAGE and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending EQUIPMENT: (a) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or (b) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. ** ** For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Repeat Violation Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces -- The grilles of the fans mounted in the front area and in the warewashing area have a large amount of soil adhering. Clean Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions -- There is a heavy accumulation of soil adhering to the ceiling in the area above the drink preparation area. -- There is an accumulation of food debris and other soil on the floor on the walk-in refrigerator around the perimeter. -- There is an accumulation of soil adhering to the walls in the warewashing area. Clean. ** PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. ** Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Aug 17, 2023Routine2 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. E-mailed and verified inspection report was received.------The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Signer: Javone Patton,Award: Not Participating

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces -- The bottom of the shelf below the monitor at the front counter, above the area where drinks are prepared, had an accumulation of splatter from drink preparation with some large pieces of splatter adhering. -- This was cleaned at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions -- There is an accumulation of trash and debris behind the soft-serve ice cream machine. Clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →