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Sonic Drive-In — Restaurant in Phoenix

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Sonic Drive-In
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Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
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3175 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016, United States
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Sonic Drive-In

3330 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018
4.0(955)$$$$
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Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.

attractions: , restaurants: Golden Coin Chinese Buffet, Red Wok Buffet, Carniceria Panaderia Guerrero En Phoenix, Just Tacos and More, Antojitos LindaMar PHOENIX, Taco Boys, El Jacal Mexican Restaurant, Clamatos La Cruda, Church's Texas Chicken, Starbucks
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(602) 224-0830
Website
sonicdrivein.com

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Nearby restaurants of Sonic Drive-In

Golden Coin Chinese Buffet

Red Wok Buffet

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Just Tacos and More

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Taco Boys

El Jacal Mexican Restaurant

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Golden Coin Chinese Buffet

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Red Wok Buffet

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Reviews of Sonic Drive-In

4.0
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5.0
2y

Gather 'round, my friends, and let me regale you with a tale of flavor, fun, and roller-skating wizardry! My epic pilgrimage to the legendary Sonic Drive-In left me in awe, laughing uncontrollably, and questioning the very fabric of reality. 🤣

As I approached the hallowed ground of Sonic Drive-In, I was struck by a sense of childlike wonder. Was it the vibrant signage? The nostalgic drive-in setup? Nay, it was the promise of an irresistible smorgasbord of tasty delights, waiting to tantalize my taste buds! 🍔🍟

Navigating the extensive menu was like trying to pick my favorite star in the night sky. But fear not, intrepid readers, for I was up to the challenge! I opted for a classic cheeseburger, tater tots, and a cherry limeade so refreshing that it must have been squeezed from the very tears of joy wept by cherubs. 😇

While I waited for my culinary treasures, I was serenaded by the most delightful tunes from yesteryear, transporting me to an era of poodle skirts and bobby socks. Suddenly, my meal arrived with a flourish, delivered by a roller-skating maestro who defied gravity and executed a flawless pirouette. Bravo! 👏

One bite of the cheeseburger, and I was swept away on a tidal wave of flavor! The harmonious medley of juicy beef, gooey cheese, and crisp vegetables had me doing the twist in my car! 🕺

But, dear readers, the tater tots deserve their own sonnet. Each crispy, golden morsel was a veritable symphony of potato goodness, leaving me in a state of sheer euphoria. I swear I heard the angels singing (or maybe that was just the carhop whistling). 🎶

And, let us not forget the pièce de résistance: the cherry limeade. One sip, and I was launched into a whirlwind of effervescence, with cherries and limes dancing a lively jig upon my tongue. I could only laugh, for the sensation was too delightful for mere words! 🍒🍋

But what truly sets Sonic Drive-In apart from the rest is its cast of characters. The carhops, each a roller-skating prodigy, dazzled with their agility, grace, and humor. I found myself chuckling at their playful banter and jovial spirits, making my dining experience as entertaining as it was delicious! 🤹

In conclusion, my journey to Sonic Drive-In was a laugh-filled, flavor-packed adventure of epic proportions! It is a place where taste buds are tickled, nostalgia runs wild, and roller-skating carhops defy the laws of physics. If you haven't yet experienced this rollercoaster of hilarity and scrumptiousness, then, by all means, do yourself a favor and blast off to Sonic Drive-In for the ride of your life! 🚀...

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1.0
22w

By far the worst experience I have had in MY LIFE! placed an order thru the app arrived right away got my order food was warm temperature & chicken tasted dry I press the button asked “CHRIS” nicely and explained to him how it tasted he proceeded to tell me he can’t do anything about it & cannot replace it. I asked him so you are telling me you can’t replace my order he said “no” I told him do you want to come see yourself that they are not fresh? He came out got the bag & grabbed a chicken & took a bite & said “taste good to me” I said I don’t want that back you literally took a bite & put the chicken back in told me I can’t do anything about it walked away. At this point my blood was boiling already because what EMPLOYEE COMES & TAKES A BITE OFF YOUR FOOD? I went to the door & told them I’m not leaving until you replace my order & we went back & forth arguing I told him to get out of my face he said I will have you trespassed I said ok go ahead call the cops I’ll be waiting with no problem because all I want is my food fresh he did call I have a video of him taking a bite off of the chicken & willing to send to corporate . Another employee came out & apologized & gave me my order idk her name or who she was but she did handle the situation way much...

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1.0
1y

Most disappointing experience I’ve had at a Sonic or at any drive thru. Went for a simple slush & side of fries. I ordered, specified I wanted a slush multiple times, pulled up to the “window,” and waited. After a few minutes, I was brought a regular soft drink & side of fries. I circled back around and told the order-taker I had ordered a slush & received a soft drink. No apology, but they said they’d have a slush right out. I sat by the curb an extra ten minutes. Finally, a carhop approached me, with an attitude, and asked what I needed. I told her, and she demanded my soft drink back. I handed it to her, and she brought it back into the restaurant (a big no-no, as anyone who’s worked in food service knows). She returned a few minutes later with the same drink I had handed her and a bigger attitude. She said, “we don’t even have slushes, so do you just want this back?” I looked at her confused and she said, “I don’t know, the machine is broken or something.” Annoyed, I left with my incorrect drink and burnt, greasy fries. The entire order ended up in the trash; no apologies, no offer for a refund or any sense of care. Will absolutely not be returning to this...

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Linda E QuezadaLinda E Quezada
By far the worst experience I have had in MY LIFE! placed an order thru the app arrived right away got my order food was warm temperature & chicken tasted dry I press the button asked “CHRIS” nicely and explained to him how it tasted he proceeded to tell me he can’t do anything about it & cannot replace it. I asked him so you are telling me you can’t replace my order he said “no” I told him do you want to come see yourself that they are not fresh? He came out got the bag & grabbed a chicken & took a bite & said “taste good to me” I said I don’t want that back you literally took a bite & put the chicken back in told me I can’t do anything about it walked away. At this point my blood was boiling already because what EMPLOYEE COMES & TAKES A BITE OFF YOUR FOOD? I went to the door & told them I’m not leaving until you replace my order & we went back & forth arguing I told him to get out of my face he said I will have you trespassed I said ok go ahead call the cops I’ll be waiting with no problem because all I want is my food fresh he did call I have a video of him taking a bite off of the chicken & willing to send to corporate . Another employee came out & apologized & gave me my order idk her name or who she was but she did handle the situation way much better then he did
Mrs. H. (Mimi)Mrs. H. (Mimi)
So I went to the Sonic Drive-In at 3330 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018 this morning to get a cup of ice. Paid with a dollar bill, and even told him to keep the change. Simple right? Well as you can see from the photos, I got a little bit more than ice. I called the store, spoke with "manager" Jesse, and asked him if the neighborhood we live in has to do with them selling us TRASH. I expressed to him that I have had multiple issues with this store (resulting in free food), and wanted to know what I could do to help them be better. He apologized, said he would check the ice machine, and offered to replace the cup of ice. I told him this has nothing to do with ice replacement, it has to do with them doing better - asking again what I can do to help. Jesse offered to check the machine and replace the ice again, to which I responded "I'm just going to avoid you all." He responded..."ok."
Carissa TopeteCarissa Topete
Horrible food! Ordered a #10 with fries. The French fries as you can see from the picture were old and dried out in fact they were chewy almost like gum. The chicken sandwich was not fresh either. The center was dry and rubbery to the point it was splintering in my mouth and I had to spit it out. I broke off the piece that was left and took a picture of it. I have to say nothing about this visit was worthy of even one star. I can't believe they are serving food that old. Be wary when you come this spot. I don't know if it's like this all the time, but today was enough to make me never comeback.
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By far the worst experience I have had in MY LIFE! placed an order thru the app arrived right away got my order food was warm temperature & chicken tasted dry I press the button asked “CHRIS” nicely and explained to him how it tasted he proceeded to tell me he can’t do anything about it & cannot replace it. I asked him so you are telling me you can’t replace my order he said “no” I told him do you want to come see yourself that they are not fresh? He came out got the bag & grabbed a chicken & took a bite & said “taste good to me” I said I don’t want that back you literally took a bite & put the chicken back in told me I can’t do anything about it walked away. At this point my blood was boiling already because what EMPLOYEE COMES & TAKES A BITE OFF YOUR FOOD? I went to the door & told them I’m not leaving until you replace my order & we went back & forth arguing I told him to get out of my face he said I will have you trespassed I said ok go ahead call the cops I’ll be waiting with no problem because all I want is my food fresh he did call I have a video of him taking a bite off of the chicken & willing to send to corporate . Another employee came out & apologized & gave me my order idk her name or who she was but she did handle the situation way much better then he did
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So I went to the Sonic Drive-In at 3330 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018 this morning to get a cup of ice. Paid with a dollar bill, and even told him to keep the change. Simple right? Well as you can see from the photos, I got a little bit more than ice. I called the store, spoke with "manager" Jesse, and asked him if the neighborhood we live in has to do with them selling us TRASH. I expressed to him that I have had multiple issues with this store (resulting in free food), and wanted to know what I could do to help them be better. He apologized, said he would check the ice machine, and offered to replace the cup of ice. I told him this has nothing to do with ice replacement, it has to do with them doing better - asking again what I can do to help. Jesse offered to check the machine and replace the ice again, to which I responded "I'm just going to avoid you all." He responded..."ok."
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Horrible food! Ordered a #10 with fries. The French fries as you can see from the picture were old and dried out in fact they were chewy almost like gum. The chicken sandwich was not fresh either. The center was dry and rubbery to the point it was splintering in my mouth and I had to spit it out. I broke off the piece that was left and took a picture of it. I have to say nothing about this visit was worthy of even one star. I can't believe they are serving food that old. Be wary when you come this spot. I don't know if it's like this all the time, but today was enough to make me never comeback.
Carissa Topete

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