HTML SitemapExplore
logo
Find Things to DoFind The Best Restaurants

Sonic Drive-In — Restaurant in Fullerton

Name
Sonic Drive-In
Description
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Nearby attractions
College Park Fullerton
CP, 2600 Nutwood Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
Kraemer Memorial Park
201 Bradford Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Hope International University (HIU)
2500 Nutwood Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
Santa Fe Park
550 W Santa Fe Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Chapman Park
2515 San Carlos Dr, Fullerton, CA 92831
California State University, Fullerton
800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831
Clayes Performing Arts Center
800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831
The Auditorium at Valencia High School
512 Bradford Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Nearby restaurants
In-N-Out Burger
825 W Chapman Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
El Pollo Loco
501 N Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
Our Nest
733 N Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
Pig n pig
711 N Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
El Pollo Fino # 2
714 W Chapman Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Mariscos Playa De Corales
640 W Chapman Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Juicyladas Cantina
741 N Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
Ensenada's Surf N Turf Grill
2931 Nutwood Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
Pepe's
821 N Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831, United States
McDonald's
770 W Chapman Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Nearby hotels
DoubleTree by Hilton Fullerton
2932 Nutwood Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
Fullerton Marriott at California State University
2701 Nutwood Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Anaheim Placentia/Fullerton
380 S Placentia Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Related posts
Keywords
Sonic Drive-In tourism.Sonic Drive-In hotels.Sonic Drive-In bed and breakfast. flights to Sonic Drive-In.Sonic Drive-In attractions.Sonic Drive-In restaurants.Sonic Drive-In travel.Sonic Drive-In travel guide.Sonic Drive-In travel blog.Sonic Drive-In pictures.Sonic Drive-In photos.Sonic Drive-In travel tips.Sonic Drive-In maps.Sonic Drive-In things to do.
Sonic Drive-In things to do, attractions, restaurants, events info and trip planning
Sonic Drive-In
United StatesCaliforniaFullertonSonic Drive-In

Basic Info

Sonic Drive-In

441 N Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
3.6(1.2K)
order
order
order
Order
delivery
Save
spot

Ratings & Description

Info

Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.

attractions: College Park Fullerton, Kraemer Memorial Park, Hope International University (HIU), Santa Fe Park, Chapman Park, California State University, Fullerton, Clayes Performing Arts Center, The Auditorium at Valencia High School, restaurants: In-N-Out Burger, El Pollo Loco, Our Nest, Pig n pig, El Pollo Fino # 2, Mariscos Playa De Corales, Juicyladas Cantina, Ensenada's Surf N Turf Grill, Pepe's, McDonald's
logoLearn more insights from Wanderboat AI.
Phone
(714) 223-1415
Website
sonicdrivein.com

Plan your stay

hotel
Pet-friendly Hotels in Fullerton
Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.
hotel
Affordable Hotels in Fullerton
Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.
hotel
The Coolest Hotels You Haven't Heard Of (Yet)
Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.
hotel
Trending Stays Worth the Hype in Fullerton
Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.

Featured dishes

View full menu
dish
Jumbo Popcorn Chicken®
dish
Footlong Quarter Pound Coney
dish
Chili Cheese Fries
dish
Chili Cheese Tots
dish
BARQ'S® Root Beer

Reviews

Nearby attractions of Sonic Drive-In

College Park Fullerton

Kraemer Memorial Park

Hope International University (HIU)

Santa Fe Park

Chapman Park

California State University, Fullerton

Clayes Performing Arts Center

The Auditorium at Valencia High School

College Park Fullerton

College Park Fullerton

4.6

(14)

Closed
Click for details
Kraemer Memorial Park

Kraemer Memorial Park

4.2

(73)

Open 24 hours
Click for details
Hope International University (HIU)

Hope International University (HIU)

3.7

(39)

Open 24 hours
Click for details
Santa Fe Park

Santa Fe Park

4.1

(23)

Closed
Click for details

Things to do nearby

Old World Wiener Nationals Wiener Wonderland Race
Old World Wiener Nationals Wiener Wonderland Race
Sun, Dec 7 • 10:00 AM
7561 Center Avenue #38, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
View details
Holiday Celebration!
Holiday Celebration!
Sun, Dec 7 • 12:00 PM
12731 Towne Center Drive, Cerritos, CA 90703
View details
Bellflower Farmers Market
Bellflower Farmers Market
Mon, Dec 8 • 3:00 PM
16521 Adenmoor Avenue, Bellflower, CA 90706
View details

Nearby restaurants of Sonic Drive-In

In-N-Out Burger

El Pollo Loco

Our Nest

Pig n pig

El Pollo Fino # 2

Mariscos Playa De Corales

Juicyladas Cantina

Ensenada's Surf N Turf Grill

Pepe's

McDonald's

In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger

4.7

(1.5K)

Click for details
El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco

3.9

(344)

$

Click for details
Our Nest

Our Nest

4.4

(128)

Click for details
Pig n pig

Pig n pig

4.3

(74)

$$

Click for details
Get the Appoverlay
Get the AppOne tap to find yournext favorite spots!
Wanderboat LogoWanderboat

Your everyday Al companion for getaway ideas

CompanyAbout Us
InformationAI Trip PlannerSitemap
SocialXInstagramTiktokLinkedin
LegalTerms of ServicePrivacy Policy

Get the app

© 2025 Wanderboat. All rights reserved.
logo

Posts

Brandon GibsonBrandon Gibson
If you've ever been to a Sonic, you know what to expect. While it is fast food, there's just something nostalgic and simple about the way they do things. A multitude of options including chicken, burgers, hot dogs and all sorts of other snacks but you will find on the menu. A myriad of ice cream options and frozen treats as well. Payment is a little easier now because you have the option to pay right through the screen, but it doesn't always work. I suppose nothing is perfect. Most of the time the service is pretty good, but at this particular visit the car hop seemed annoyed that we were there. I asked for ketchup and she said it should be in the bag if you ordered fries that did not bother to make sure there was ketchup. There was, in fact, no ketchup. I also had to ask for forks and spoons for a chili cheese coney and ice cream. I still tipped her because I know that they rely on those tips, but at the same time I wish her attitude about what she was doing had been a bit better. Even my small kids in the back said, "What was wrong with her?" The service on this trip won't preclude me from going again. I love Sonic and it really takes me back to a time when I was young. Side note: I love the new crinkle fries!
Eleonora DinonEleonora Dinon
we ordered with UberEats because we were very hungry and have no possibility to go out from the college. The order was supposed to arrive at 1.05am, but it arrived more than 30 min later, and the food was all cold. After this, we opened the burgers and we noticed that all 3 of them were wrong: -pickles missing in the first -cheese not removed in the second and my friend couldn’t eat the entire burger because of that (paid addition of tomatoes was missing too) -in the third sauces and paid addition of tomatoes and bacon were missing. We called the restaurant, but they were like “there’s nothing we can do, it’s not our job to bring you new food.” They acted rude, like they don’t care and it’s not their fault, and I found the whole situation really disrespectful to us. They told us to ask for refund on the app and come pick your food on another date, but we needed the food in that moment. They didn’t try to fix it and we ended up eating nothing or something different from what we paid at 2am. You have really work hard to do such a big mistake like that and acting annoyed when the client is complaining.
George MartinezGeorge Martinez
UPDATE: I was contacted almost immediately and asked to escalate my concerns so it would be taken care of. I'm sure it was an attempt to get me to remove the post or to show concern for the lack of cleanliness. I did contact them but they haven't responded as of this day. I tried folks, beware if you're concerned about the virus. This was our first visit at this location. We decided to eat in the patio where you need to order via the menu box (same as the drive up). The gal couldn't hear us and kept repeating our order incorrectly. We had to ask for a table to be cleaned and the gentleman wiped it down with a wet towel that left a ton of water behind. We asked him to wipe it completely because he didn't clean the whole table. He said all that all tables were cleaned when the customers left. Not sure if you can see it in the photos but they weren't cleaned. There was an employee smoking a couple of tables away but nothing was said to her. Needless to say it wasn't a pleasant visit and I could see they have a good following. Much luck to them but I won't be back 👎
See more posts
See more posts
hotel
Find your stay

Pet-friendly Hotels in Fullerton

Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.

If you've ever been to a Sonic, you know what to expect. While it is fast food, there's just something nostalgic and simple about the way they do things. A multitude of options including chicken, burgers, hot dogs and all sorts of other snacks but you will find on the menu. A myriad of ice cream options and frozen treats as well. Payment is a little easier now because you have the option to pay right through the screen, but it doesn't always work. I suppose nothing is perfect. Most of the time the service is pretty good, but at this particular visit the car hop seemed annoyed that we were there. I asked for ketchup and she said it should be in the bag if you ordered fries that did not bother to make sure there was ketchup. There was, in fact, no ketchup. I also had to ask for forks and spoons for a chili cheese coney and ice cream. I still tipped her because I know that they rely on those tips, but at the same time I wish her attitude about what she was doing had been a bit better. Even my small kids in the back said, "What was wrong with her?" The service on this trip won't preclude me from going again. I love Sonic and it really takes me back to a time when I was young. Side note: I love the new crinkle fries!
Brandon Gibson

Brandon Gibson

hotel
Find your stay

Affordable Hotels in Fullerton

Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.

Get the Appoverlay
Get the AppOne tap to find yournext favorite spots!
we ordered with UberEats because we were very hungry and have no possibility to go out from the college. The order was supposed to arrive at 1.05am, but it arrived more than 30 min later, and the food was all cold. After this, we opened the burgers and we noticed that all 3 of them were wrong: -pickles missing in the first -cheese not removed in the second and my friend couldn’t eat the entire burger because of that (paid addition of tomatoes was missing too) -in the third sauces and paid addition of tomatoes and bacon were missing. We called the restaurant, but they were like “there’s nothing we can do, it’s not our job to bring you new food.” They acted rude, like they don’t care and it’s not their fault, and I found the whole situation really disrespectful to us. They told us to ask for refund on the app and come pick your food on another date, but we needed the food in that moment. They didn’t try to fix it and we ended up eating nothing or something different from what we paid at 2am. You have really work hard to do such a big mistake like that and acting annoyed when the client is complaining.
Eleonora Dinon

Eleonora Dinon

hotel
Find your stay

The Coolest Hotels You Haven't Heard Of (Yet)

Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.

hotel
Find your stay

Trending Stays Worth the Hype in Fullerton

Find a cozy hotel nearby and make it a full experience.

UPDATE: I was contacted almost immediately and asked to escalate my concerns so it would be taken care of. I'm sure it was an attempt to get me to remove the post or to show concern for the lack of cleanliness. I did contact them but they haven't responded as of this day. I tried folks, beware if you're concerned about the virus. This was our first visit at this location. We decided to eat in the patio where you need to order via the menu box (same as the drive up). The gal couldn't hear us and kept repeating our order incorrectly. We had to ask for a table to be cleaned and the gentleman wiped it down with a wet towel that left a ton of water behind. We asked him to wipe it completely because he didn't clean the whole table. He said all that all tables were cleaned when the customers left. Not sure if you can see it in the photos but they weren't cleaned. There was an employee smoking a couple of tables away but nothing was said to her. Needless to say it wasn't a pleasant visit and I could see they have a good following. Much luck to them but I won't be back 👎
George Martinez

George Martinez

See more posts
See more posts

Reviews of Sonic Drive-In

3.6
(1,158)
avatar
1.0
4y

WORST EXPERIENCE EVER!!! I might as well had eaten out of a dumpster!! MORE THAN A 45-MIN WAIT TOO!

FIRST, IT TOOK OVER 20 MINUTES TO TAKE MY ORDER! Several cars gone through the drive thru as I sat in my car just waiting.

SECOND, IT TOOK ABOUT ANOTHER 25 MINUTES TO GET MY FOOD!! The food was NEVER brought to me, I had to go to the Employee Entrance to ask about my order. AGAIN... Several more cars gone through the drive thru.

THIRD, THE EMPLOYEES HADN'T COMPLETED MY ORDER (2-Grill Chicken Club Sandwich Combos w/Tots, med.sz. 1-Slushy & 1-Shake)!!! I had to wait another 5+ minutes for an INCOMPLETE order.

FOURTH, THE SHAKE WAS WATERY AND WAS MISSING THE SLUSHY THAT I PAID FOR!!!! When I asked, "where's my slushy?" I was told "the machine isn't working." Then, when the heck was I going to be told this, and I wasn't going to be given a drink or refund!? Again, after waiting for over 45 minutes.

FIFTH, THE FOOD WAS ALL THROWN INTO ONE BAG (not brought to me as part of the car hop SDI experience) AND ICE COLD!!!!! When I told the supervisor about the cold food, he just stood there looking at me confused/dumbfounded.

SIXTH, I HAD TO DEMAND FOR A REFUND (and by now, I'm starving)!!!!!! The supervisor (still looking baffled) says, "I don't understand, do you want your money back or the food?" I deserve to have both - why is that even questionable!?

SEVENTH, THE FOOD WAS THROWN TOGETHER!!!!!!! There was NO BACON, TOMATOES, MAYO, and more as ordered and paid for! Remember, I ordered two "Chicken Club Sandwich" combos. My chicken was petrified - dry, rubbery, thin, and old - it was a bun with a few shreds of lettuce (in the wrapper only), and supposedly a grilled chicken breast. The second order, thrown together not much differently from the other....I HAD TO THROW AWAY WHAT WAS A POORLY MADE, PATHETIC, FAINT RESEMBLANCE OF FOOD!!

Finally, more than an hour passed from the start to exit. AND STILL, NO FOOD!!

BTW, did I mention that this was my mom and I FIRST SDI EXPERIENCE!? AND, we live an entire County North of SDI... FIRST AND LAST, THANKS OC!!!

THANK YOU SONIC DRIVE-IN (SDI) for an AWESOME TRIFLING FOOD EXPERIENCE IN MY LIFE - even when you tried to give me food poisoning!! 😉 😤 I won't ever trust your TV commercials again....

   Read more
avatar
1.0
1y

It was about 1130 am when I arrived. There were a few other cars and a couple people in the patio area. I drove into the stall and saw I could use an app to order and save money on drinks. So I downloaded the app and made my order. It asked me for the stall number and I could not find it anywhere or on any other stalls either. So I pushed the red button and told the employee who answered that I made an order thru the app but could not find the stall number. She asked what name the order was under and I told her. I sat there for at least twenty minutes. I went up to the "employee only" door and someone came out. I told them I was waiting a long time and I had used the app. She said immediately I don't think we got the order but I'll check. She went back in and came out with the food and said we couldn't find the car. I told her I had pushed the red button and let them know I couldn't find a stall number. She said I'm sorry about that. There was a group in the patio had the same issue with not getting their order. I was kind of irritated that they didn't even try to find me and made the mistake of not double checking all my items. I was missing the fudge sundaes, they were what I was the most excited for. I realized at my job and didn't want to go back to a mess. There were several employees inside the store and there wasn't a lunch rush yet. I called their customer service to attempt to get a refund for the missing items. After 30 minutes on the phone all they would give me was coupons. I do not want to go back though. I even tried to get refunded by emailing the corporate office. Same thing- coupons. The food received was pretty good But it's not worth being completely forgotten and having your food just sit. I've had 2 poor experiences at Sonic and now I can't get the money back for the items I did not get. It's...

   Read more
avatar
2.0
11y

Usually I like Sonic, but for some reason tonight was exceptionally awful

I ordered a pretzel dog with cheese and bacon, which was okay

But the sole reason I actually went there, was because I wanted a blue raspberry nerds slushie, I got the slushie, but there are no nerds in it! i'm finishing it right now hoping maybe they're all caught somewhere in the middle and it wasn't blended or something, but i'm losing faith as i get closer to the bottom of the cup and still see and taste NO NERDS!

My girlfriend wanted tater tots and a grilled cheese, I told her the tater tots are bomb, because they usually are, and i told her additionally, you really can't mess up grilled cheese.

Well now my girlfriend thinks i'm an idiot, because the tater tots were unsalted and not hot, and the grilled cheese was straight up slightly melted american cheese between two squishy ass pieces of NOT HOT white bread, so basically a kind of melted cheese sandwich, definitely no grilled in there, no butter on the outside of the bread, like how do you even do that...

it's like ordering a cheese burger and getting a mcchicken, just bland and not quite right.

So now my girlfriend is making me sit through the drive thru at the mcdonalds across the street, which is terrible to ever go to since it's way too damn small for the amount of people that want to go there, thanks to the in n out across from it not having a drive thru and the other nearby restaurants being expensive and not that good

Yeah i'm talking to you El...

   Read more
Page 1 of 7
Previous
Next