Sonic Drive-In

3.8
1191 reviews

About

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For more than 60 years, SONIC, America’s Drive-In has built the ultimate dining experience with our drive-in restaurants and we proudly serve our guests in Hot Springs, AR. We did it by sticking to what made drive-ins so popular in the first place: made-to-order American classics, signature menu items, and speedy service from friendly Carhops full of fun and personality. Cruise on over to us at 4520 Central Avenue for the ultimate SONIC experience!

Location

Sonic Drive-In
4520 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR
71913, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.8
1,191 reviews
5 stars
519
4 stars
287
3 stars
185
2 stars
69
1 star
131

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Many customers reported long wait times and incorrect orders, leading to frustration with the service.

Food Quality

Several reviews mentioned cold or poorly prepared food, with complaints about incorrect items and lack of freshness.

Customer Experience

While some customers praised friendly staff and good service, others experienced rudeness and lack of professionalism.

Operational Problems

Numerous complaints about malfunctioning order stalls and difficulty placing orders contributed to negative experiences.
  • FG
    F U GOOGLE
    2 days ago
    4.0
    (4) STARS ! THE STAFF OF YOUNG PEOPLE WORKING HERE ARE SOME OF THE NICEST YOUNG PEOPLE. I WOULD CONSIDER THIS TO BE ONE OF THE BETTER SONIC DRIVE-IN ESTABLISHMENTS IN THE ENTIRE TOWN. IF YOU'RE A CUSTOMER DON'T FORGET TO GIVE THESE KIDS A DECENT TIP.
  • NN
    Nico
    Jan 4, 2026
    5.0
    Doordashed the smash burger to my hotel and man, absolutely delicious.
  • PP
    Phillip Palmer
    Dec 10, 2025
    5.0
    This is my favorite sonic anywhere. Every time I go, I get excellent customer service and absolutely the most delicious food. I highly recommend.
  • CS
    Clayton Smith
    Nov 29, 2025
    1.0
    This sonic is the absolute worst…… this place can be wiped clean off the map! Every time I have done the online order it always takes them 30 minutes to make your food or to get your drinks they are incompetent… they will log your food off your menu screen will say order headed your way but wait an extra 10 minutes…. They need new management or something bc they suck at they job sry not sry
  • TL
    Tresie Lopez
    Nov 18, 2025
    5.0
    Has to return food twice because the waitress got the order wrong