Sonic Drive-In 5435
8610 Gladiolus Dr, Ft. Myers, FL 33908 · Permanent Food Service · License 4605855
What drove the grade
Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 5 routine inspection2 high priority (1 no follow-up needed, 1 fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 3 basic-13
- Safety score87
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitOct 5, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
7 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean equipment.
Operator removed chemicals.
Fixed on the spot
Intermediate2
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in men's restroom.
Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
Fixed on the spot
No soap provided at handwash sink in men's restroom.
Operator replaced soap.
Fixed on the spot
Basic3
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
Observed buildup of rust on door frame to upright double door reach in cooker at cook line.
Code 28, Sewage and wastewater disposal: Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.
Observed water dripping from ac unit onto floor at cook line and dishwash area. Observed buildup of condensation on top of ice bin.
Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle and dumpster.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Nonfood-contact surface
- Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.