Sonic Drive-In
4200 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64124
Most recent inspection
- Date
- May 11, 2026
- Type
- Routine
- Result
- Score 100
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 7
- Jurisdiction
- Jackson County (Kansas City), MO
Violations (7)
- 3-304.15Corrected on site
Single-use gloves being used for more than one task; and/or Appropriate gloves not being used for job task being performed
Observed hole in gloves being worn by the fry cook. Fry cook was not actively handling food and was instructed to remove gloves and wash hands. Employee complied.
- 6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Observed dust buildup on the ceiling vents above the three-compartment sink and front counter. Observed grease buildup on the walls, ceilings, and floors of the cooking area. Observed debris and ice on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
- 4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Observed buildup on the green shelving in the walk-in cooler.
- 6-501.18
Maintaining & Using Handwashing Sinks - Handwashing sinks are not kept clean, maintained and/or used as specified in the Food Code.
Observed buildup around the handsink knobs near the warewash area.
- 6-501.110
Designated dressing rooms/lockers not used by employees
Observed employee jacket hanging from green shelving where bread and tortillas are stored.
- 4-601.11
Equipment not maintained free of encrusted grease/soil deposits
Observed grease buildup on the hood vent filters over the fryers. Observed grease buildup around the faucet of the three-compartment sink. Observed buildup under the soda heads at the soda fountain.
- 2-402.11
Hair restraints & clothes that cover body hair not worn by employees
Observed grill cook not wearing a beard guard while preparing food.
Source: Jackson County (Kansas City), MO health department. Data refreshed September 29, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.