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Sonic Drive-In — Restaurant in Carlsbad

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Sonic Drive-In
Description
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Nearby attractions
Pecos River Flume
2309 Westridge Rd, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium
3000 W Church St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Nearby restaurants
Carniceria San Juan de Los Lagos
1200 Pate St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
McAlister's Deli
2304 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
McDonald's
2311 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Hello Boba Tea & Cafe
2302 W Pierce St e10, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Los yaquis
1250 Pate St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Sno Yo King
2302 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Subway
2009 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Juicy Peach Espresso 3
2409 W Pierce St B, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Buffalo Wild Wings
1801 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Tokyo
1479 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Nearby local services
Big 5 Sporting Goods
2302 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Ashley Store
2320 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Jenkins Home Center
2320 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Harbor Freight
1601 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Dollar General
1495 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Rent-A-Center
1605 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220, United States
Walgreens
1401 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220, United States
Nearby hotels
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad
2210 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
US Travelers Inn & Suites
2429 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
2429 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Comfort Suites Carlsbad
2600 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
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Sonic Drive-In
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Sonic Drive-In

2309 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
3.5(542)$$$$
Open until 12:00 AM
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Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.

attractions: Pecos River Flume, Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium, restaurants: Carniceria San Juan de Los Lagos, McAlister's Deli, McDonald's, Hello Boba Tea & Cafe, Los yaquis, Sno Yo King, Subway, Juicy Peach Espresso 3, Buffalo Wild Wings, Tokyo, local businesses: Big 5 Sporting Goods, Ashley Store, Jenkins Home Center, Harbor Freight, Dollar General, Rent-A-Center, Walgreens
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Phone
(575) 628-3155
Website
sonicdrivein.com
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Featured dishes

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Breakfast Bowls
Start your day off right with a Regular Breakfast Bowl from SONIC!
Hearty Chili Bowl
Signature chili flavor and toppings now in a cup!
Buffalo Boneless Wings
100% all white meat chicken with a traditional crispy coating tossed in Buffalo sauce!
Asian Sweet Chili Boneless Wings
100% all white meat chicken with a traditional crispy coating tossed in Asian Sweet Chili sauce!
Honey BBQ Boneless Wings
100% all white meat chicken with a traditional crispy coating tossed in Honey BBQ sauce!

Reviews

Nearby attractions of Sonic Drive-In

Pecos River Flume

Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium

Pecos River Flume

Pecos River Flume

4.5

(46)

Open 24 hours
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Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium

Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium

4.5

(19)

Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of Sonic Drive-In

Carniceria San Juan de Los Lagos

McAlister's Deli

McDonald's

Hello Boba Tea & Cafe

Los yaquis

Sno Yo King

Subway

Juicy Peach Espresso 3

Buffalo Wild Wings

Tokyo

Carniceria San Juan de Los Lagos

Carniceria San Juan de Los Lagos

4.1

(436)

$

Open until 9:00 PM
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McAlister's Deli

McAlister's Deli

3.3

(491)

$

Open until 9:00 PM
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McDonald's

McDonald's

3.4

(526)

$

Open until 10:00 PM
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Hello Boba Tea & Cafe

Hello Boba Tea & Cafe

4.8

(21)

$

Open until 12:00 AM
Click for details

Nearby local services of Sonic Drive-In

Big 5 Sporting Goods

Ashley Store

Jenkins Home Center

Harbor Freight

Dollar General

Rent-A-Center

Walgreens

Big 5 Sporting Goods

Big 5 Sporting Goods

4.0

(218)

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Ashley Store

Ashley Store

4.8

(150)

Click for details
Jenkins Home Center

Jenkins Home Center

4.5

(14)

Click for details
Harbor Freight

Harbor Freight

4.4

(245)

Click for details
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El chele LandEl chele Land
Worst Sonic ever. We ordered in the app because nobody answered in the intercom. Drive through had a huge line. We waited 20+minutes for our food they gave my wife refried stale Fries and stale buns. My wife’s burger looked like it was smashed by a tractor, meat looked suspicious we took only 1 bite and put the rest in trash My burger was the same. Drinks were awful and didn’t taste good. If you are in Carlsbad on a visit avoid this place at all costs plenty good Mexican and American food around to enjoy.
FidelFidel
THE SLOWEST SONIC IN THE COUNTRY!!! FR FIX IT!!! Employees are very nice but doesn’t makeup for the painful time. People come here for lunch and it’s their entire break in line. Someone play a sad song on the worlds smallest violin.
Kathleen LogsdonKathleen Logsdon
I can't believe they are open today Christmas 😳 that's sad.... everyone should be home with loved ones. They were in good spirits though, I got a Cherry LimeadešŸ’ Thank you Sonic ladies! Merry Christmas šŸŽ„
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Worst Sonic ever. We ordered in the app because nobody answered in the intercom. Drive through had a huge line. We waited 20+minutes for our food they gave my wife refried stale Fries and stale buns. My wife’s burger looked like it was smashed by a tractor, meat looked suspicious we took only 1 bite and put the rest in trash My burger was the same. Drinks were awful and didn’t taste good. If you are in Carlsbad on a visit avoid this place at all costs plenty good Mexican and American food around to enjoy.
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THE SLOWEST SONIC IN THE COUNTRY!!! FR FIX IT!!! Employees are very nice but doesn’t makeup for the painful time. People come here for lunch and it’s their entire break in line. Someone play a sad song on the worlds smallest violin.
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I can't believe they are open today Christmas 😳 that's sad.... everyone should be home with loved ones. They were in good spirits though, I got a Cherry LimeadešŸ’ Thank you Sonic ladies! Merry Christmas šŸŽ„
Kathleen Logsdon

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Reviews of Sonic Drive-In

3.5
(542)
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1.0
4y

The food is alright but i don't recommend eating the sauce chicken as it is frozen thawed sauce, they also sometimes keep the brioche buns for burgers in front of the employee bathroom which feels unsanitary. Remember to ask if they have Cheddar Peppers or Onion rings before ordering as they consistently run out towards the end of the night. Most employees are friendly and try to do their jobs well. As a friendly tip get a medium ice cream anything, the larger cups don't often get mixed properly as the mixer simply can't reach the bottom. The smaller cups sometimes get destroyed by the mixing machine if the employee on ice cream is inexperienced and may cause unexpected delays or ice cream being soupy from over mixing. Most often they have the ordering bays and app shut down due to understaffing or just generally the manager not wanting to deal with that and the drive through. When the app is on you should park closer to the patio table type thing if possible so there's less chance a worker could trip and drop your food and if they forget something like a straw it takes virtually no time to get one. However if its busy and you use the app i suggest you try to find a stall thats on the side across from the patio as if you park right at the patio and there's a line you'll likely be trapped until the line goes down or someone holds up the line to let you out. The parking lot and drive through was definitely not thought out properly when they built it and the owner is absolutely too cheap to...

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5.0
2y

Firstly, Sonic's menu is often praised by customers for its variety and creativity. The chain offers a wide range of options, including burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and a variety of sides and desserts. Many reviewers also appreciate the unique drink offerings, such as the famous slushies and milkshakes, which are customizable with a variety of flavors and mix-ins.

Secondly, the service at Sonic is often praised by customers for its efficiency and convenience. The drive-in concept allows customers to order from their cars and have their food brought out to them, creating a unique and enjoyable dining experience. Additionally, the staff is often described as friendly and accommodating, and orders are usually prepared quickly.

On the downside, some reviewers have noted that the quality of the food at Sonic can be inconsistent across different locations. Additionally, some customers have reported long wait times during peak hours, although this seems to be a relatively uncommon issue.

Overall, Sonic appears to be a solid choice for anyone looking for a fun and unique fast-food experience. The quality of the food and the service seem to be generally good, and customers appreciate the variety of options available. If you're in the mood for a tasty burger, a refreshing slushie, or a fun dining experience, Sonic is definitely worth...

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1.0
9y

Terrible service. Still waiting in line right now. I was the only one in line when I ordered! Going on like 20 minutes or more now! And I already paid or I would leave like I did the other day. And they are not available, won't even look my way or at the window. I wasn't given my receipt by employee #194, not right! Her ID badge was concealed, i had to ask for it. She only gave me one ice cream when I ordered two, and it melted waiting for the rest of my order! When I asked for her to put it in the freezer until the rest of my order came she did not appear happy about it and closed her window on me in mid sentence, rude! She later gave it to me still melted and told me she put it in the refrigerator...'yea right'. I could type a ton of pages of the sub part service I received tonight at Sonics. Employees if you don't want to be there then don't! Your customers are victims of your terrible attitude! Cheer up and at least act friendly and happy...we've had a long hard day too! If she would have at least acknowledged me and apologized for the delay I wouldn't have left...

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