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Sonic Drive-in #4410
4275 ATLANTA HWY , ATHENS, GA 30606 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on April 13, 2026, scoring 69/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 90. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (September 17, 2026): no individual violations are recorded in the published data.
Inspection history
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A90September 17, 2026No violations recorded
No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.
This inspection deducted 10 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
A99April 24, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Ice buildup on walk-in freezer fan and floor.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”U69April 13, 20268 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food source, cleaning & sanitizing and temperature control.
Mold like growth present on cheese in make table.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)”Mold like growth present in bulk ice machine.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods held beyond 7-day discard date (reach-in cooler (RIC) - hot dogs (4/2), corn dogs (4/1), liquid eggs (3/27); make table - shredded lettuce (4/5), shredded cheese (4/5)).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”Person in charge (PIC) unable to provide signed reporting agreement for themself indicating that they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses. Corrective action (CA): Workers shall read and sign the agreement, with form retained on site for verification.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Flies present throughout kitchen.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed front side door, front door, & drive-thru window propped open. PIC closed doors.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Inspection report not posted at drive-thru window.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Broken floor tiles throughout establishment.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”B84November 12, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, menu & labeling and pest control.
Back kitchen hand sink not stocked with paper towels. Corrective action (CA): Hand sinks are to be supplied at all times with approved hand drying provisions. Paper towel dispenser restocked.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Written notification declaring the presence of major food allergens in unpackaged food not provided to customers.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)”Observed front door propped open. Door closed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Broken floor tiles observed throughout establishment.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”This inspection deducted 16 points, but only 11 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
C70October 15, 202513 violations
Inspectors recorded 13 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, plumbing & water and management & training.
Several time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in make table observed at a temperature greater than 41 °F. Corrective action: TCS foods shall be maintained at 41 °F or below in cold holding. Foods discarded.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Faucet leaking at front 3-compartment sink.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Person in charge (PIC) unable to produce signed reporting agreement for randomly selected employee indicating they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses to management. Corrective action: Workers shall read and sign the agreement, with signed forms retained for verification.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Back kitchen hand sink and both restroom hand sinks not supplied with paper towels. Corrective action: Hand sinks shall be properly stocked with paper towels. Paper towels added to dispensers.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Disinfectant supplied in bodily fluid cleanup kit is not listed on the EPA's List G as effective against Norovirus. Corrective action: Bodily fluid cleanup disinfectant shall be listed on the EPA List G.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Written notification not provided to consumers informing them of the presence of a major food allergen in the unpackaged food. Corrective action: Effective written notification shall be provided to consumers informing them of the presence of any major food allergen in the unpackaged food.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)”Observed front door propped open upon arrival. Back door is not self-closing.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Inspection report not posted in front window for walk-up customers.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Clean metal pans on back shelf not stored covered or inverted.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”Hot water faucet at back hand sink not operational. Make table not capable of maintaining proper cold food temperatures. Do not use for TCS food storage until unit is operating properly.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Waste receptacle not provided at front hand sink.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(g)3 - storage areas, rooms, & receptacles, capacity & availability of trash can if using paper towels at each sink ©”Broken floor tiles observed throughout establishment.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”Unshielded light bulb observed over ice maker.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)”B80April 3, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, management & training and handwashing & hygiene.
Chili in hot well not reheated to 135 °F (for commercial) prior to placing in hot holding unit. Corrective action: Chili from commercial package shall be reheated to at least 135 °F prior to placing in hot holding. Verified chili was out of temperature for less than one hour; placed pan on flat top and rapidly reheated to 180 °F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(5)(h) - reheating for hot holding (p)”Person in charge (PIC) unable to produce signed reporting agreement for randomly selected worker showing they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses to management. Corrective action: Workers shall read and sign the agreement, with signed forms retained for verification.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Inspection report not posted at drive-thru.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Vent hoods not operating.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Buildup of grease observed on vent hood filters. Buildup of debris observed on storage shelves by ice maker.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed broken floor tiles by front 3-compartment sink. Observed mold growth on walls at back 3-compartment sink.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”This inspection deducted 20 points, but only 17 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B80November 4, 20249 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, management & training and employee health.
Cooked burger patties on the grill and queso in the hot well observed at a temperature below 135 °F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Person in charge (PIC) not performing duties in ensuring time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods are held at proper temperatures, and not initiating corrective actions. Corrective action (CA): PIC shall perform duties as described in the Rule.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”PIC unable to list any reportable symptoms or illnesses.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(1)(c)2,3 - demonstration (pf)”PIC unable to produce signed copies of the employee reporting agreements for all workers on site showing they are aware of their responsibility to report symptoms and illnesses to management.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Hand sinks in both restrooms not supplied with paper towels.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Observed queso pan stored in drop-in steam well without water as required.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed buildup of grease and food debris on outside of cooking and hot holding equipment.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”Waste receptacle not provided at back hand sink.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(g)3 - storage areas, rooms, & receptacles, capacity & availability of trash can if using paper towels at each sink ©”Observed broken floor tiles under front 3-compartment sink. Observed mold growth on wall at back 3-compartment sink. Observed old food splatter on walls behind cooking equipment.
−1 point · Cited as “null”A95May 14, 20242 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Quat sanitizer concentration too low in wiping cloth buckets. Corrective action (CA): Maintain quat sanitizer at a concentration of 200-400 ppm. Buckets refilled with proper strength sanitizer.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed mold on wall under 3-compartment sink. Observed buildup of debris on floors and walls, especially under and behind equipment.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-029-000383. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.