Athens, Clarke County

Sonic Drive-in #4410

4275 ATLANTA HWY ATHENS, GA 30606

Food
Latest score
99
Apr 24, 2026
City
Athens
County
Clarke
Inspections
7

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Apr 24, 2026

Followup

Score: 991 violation

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ice buildup on walk-in freezer fan and floor.

Apr 13, 2026

Routine

Score: 698 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Mold like growth present on cheese in make table. CA: Food must be unadulterated and safe for consumption. Food worker discarded adulterated cheese.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

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.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Mold like growth present in bulk ice machine. CA: Clean ice machine frequently enough to preclude mold growth.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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)). CA: All TCS foods must be marked with 7-day discard date and discarded accordingly. Food worker discarded all out of date foods.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed front side door, front door, & drive-thru window propped open. PIC closed doors.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Flies present throughout kitchen.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Inspection report not posted at drive-thru window.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Broken floor tiles throughout establishment.

Nov 12, 2025

Followup

Score: 844 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

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.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Written notification declaring the presence of major food allergens in unpackaged food not provided to customers.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed front door propped open. Door closed.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Broken floor tiles observed throughout establishment.

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 7013 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

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.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed front door propped open upon arrival. Back door is not self-closing.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Faucet leaking at front 3-compartment sink.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Broken floor tiles observed throughout establishment.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Unshielded light bulb observed over ice maker.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Inspection report not posted in front window for walk-up customers.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Clean metal pans on back shelf not stored covered or inverted.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

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.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(g)3 - storage areas, rooms, & receptacles, capacity & availability of trash can if using paper towels at each sink ©

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Waste receptacle not provided at front hand sink.

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

Score: 806 violations

5-1B - proper reheating procedures for hot holding

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(5)(h) - reheating for hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

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.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Inspection report not posted at drive-thru.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Vent hoods not operating.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Buildup of grease observed on vent hood filters. Buildup of debris observed on storage shelves by ice maker.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed broken floor tiles by front 3-compartment sink. Observed mold growth on walls at back 3-compartment sink.

Nov 4, 2024

Routine

Score: 809 violations

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Cooked burger patties on the grill and queso in the hot well observed at a temperature below 135 °F. CA: TCS foods shall be maintained at 135 °F or above in hot holding. Burgers discarded; queso placed on flat top grill to rapidly reheat to 165 °F after verifying prep time.

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(1)(c)2,3 - demonstration (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

PIC unable to list any reportable symptoms or illnesses. CA: PIC shall be familiar with reportable symptoms and illnesses and be able to discuss the employee health policy.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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. CA: Workers shall read and sign the reporting agreement, and signed agreements are to be maintained on site for verification by Health Department.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Hand sinks in both restrooms not supplied with paper towels. CA: All hand sinks are to be supplied with paper towels. Paper towel dispensers refilled.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed queso pan stored in drop-in steam well without water as required.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 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)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup of grease and food debris on outside of cooking and hot holding equipment.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(g)3 - storage areas, rooms, & receptacles, capacity & availability of trash can if using paper towels at each sink ©

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Waste receptacle not provided at back hand sink.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

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.

May 14, 2024

Routine

Score: 952 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mold on wall under 3-compartment sink. Observed buildup of debris on floors and walls, especially under and behind equipment.