Eastman, Dodge County

Sonic Drive In

1098 INDIAN DR EASTMAN, GA 31023

Food
Latest score
91
Jun 10, 2026
City
Eastman
County
Dodge
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jun 10, 2026

Routine

Score: 911 violation

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

Observed sliced cheese, sliced tomatoes and lettuce in the prep top at the main kitchen cold holding at 49 degree Fahrenheits, 45 degree Fahrenheits and 45 degree Fahrenheits respectively. CA: Temperature control for safety food that is cold holding shall be maintained at 41 degree Fahrenheits or below. COS: Food items were taken back to the walk in cooler.

Nov 25, 2025

Routine

Score: 875 violations

6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

When asked the PIC if they used time over temp as control on items (Chili, small hot dogs and large hot dogs etc) he stated that they did however, the food was past the expired time limit sitting in warmers. the Time expired at 1:546 pm- the PIC stated that they had not been changed out. Corrective action: staff needs to follow proper procedures when using Time as a control and also have Items marked properly and clearly identified and time defined. After discussion with PIC he discarded food product and restocked supplies with new date/ time markers.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Several (3) - 2 main plumbing floor grates (large) and 1 small plumbing floor grate observed missing/not in place in mop sink and on main kitchen floor. Grate need to be replaced as needed. Observed leak at 3 compartment dish sink. Tried to turn off all valves faucet continued to leak - all faucet leaks need to be repaired. Repairs need to be made within 72 hours

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed walk in freezer door and door jam Heat strip not working, Slushie machine not working, Fryer Not working and the milk shake / blizzard machine not in working order. All equipment needs to be properly repaired and maintained in good working condition.

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 area behind ice machines, secondary shelves in stand up cold hold behind hot hold equipment i.e fryers along with front buttons on fryer equipment had a large amount of build up of grease and dirt. non food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a time necessary to prevent build up of dirt and grease. Items need to be cleaned within 72 hours

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee food sitting on dry storage rack. Observed employee eating food upon entering kitchen. Designated area designed for staff need to be established and used. Employee food cannot sit among dry storage goods. PIC discarded food and corrected staff member

May 22, 2025

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 3, 2024

Routine

Score: 903 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed interior ice chute (dropping ice) currently with build up of debri was told by PIC that the other side was not working. ICe is considered a food product. Interior ice chute needs to be cleaned more frequently to avoid accumulation.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(a) - plumbing system, approved (p)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Several (3) - 2 main plumbing floor grates (large) and 1 small plumbing floor grate observed missing/not in place in mop sink and on main kitchen floor. Grate need to be replaced as needed. Observed leak at 3 compartment dish sink. Tried to turn off all valves faucet continued to leak - all faucet leaks need to be repaired.

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

OBserved walk in freezer door and door jam severely busted to the point where there is ice forming between layers of busted door material and door jam material and door will not close properly. Ice is building up on ceiling at freezer and on food boxes near door to freezer and those close ceiling.

May 23, 2024

Routine

Score: 854 violations

6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed sliced tomatoes and shredded lettuce reading above 41 degress on the Cold hold food prep line. When asked the CFSM on site if they were using time instead of temp for control she said she thought they did. I asked he to show me the SOP for this practice. She could not show me any plan that they were using time. No proper provisions were put in place such as labels with start time etc were observed on the pans. The temp of the tomatoes read 46 degrees and the lettuce was at 47 degrees. I took the temp ... and then the CFSM took the temp while on the phone with another manager. Corrective Action : Proper Time for control Processes need to be written out and approved by the State Health Authority. Food Items need to be Kept at 41 degrees or below until plans and provisions are approved by state. Food need to be rapidly cooled to 41 degrees or below.

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

Nozzles on lemonade fruit drink stand, Milk Shake machine and soft serve nozzles all were observed with mold build up. Equipment needs to be cleaned more frequently to avoid accumulation of build up.

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

Walk In Freezer Door is busted and needs to be repaired. It Does not close properly and is not fully sealed. Equipment such as doors, seals, and hinges should be kept in tact, tight and in good repair. Walk in freezer door needs to be corrected and sealed accordingly.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed area behind ice machines, secondary shelves in stand up cold hold behind hot hold equipment had a large amount of build up of grease and dirt. non food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a time necessary to prevent build up of dirt and grease.

Dec 19, 2023

Routine

Score: 824 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

WIC (walk in cooler) is currently out of temperature lettuce 53, chili 54, 33, raw bacon 54, raw liquid egg 58. Corrective action: food was discarded all that was at improper temp. CFSM/PIC does have a work order put in for WIC repair. WIll recheck within 72 hours.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Bulk ice machine interior chute observed with heavy mold build up showed PIC.CFSM interior chute - ice machine need to be shut down cleaned and properly cleaned and sanitized. Recheck within 72 hours.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Multiple drain lines leaking and backing up on floor from sinks. Ice machines, freezer unit (heavy leaks) on to main floor in kitchen. Will recheck leaks against repair within 72 hours.

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

Equipment in non working order needs to be repaired.