Sonic Drive-In

3.9
1160 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 Middlesboro, KY. 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 220 N. Highway 25 East for the ultimate SONIC experience!

Location

Sonic Drive-In
220 N. Highway 25 East, Middlesboro, KY
40965, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.9
1,160 reviews
5 stars
541
4 stars
255
3 stars
158
2 stars
68
1 star
138

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Many customers reported long wait times, incorrect orders, and rude staff, leading to a negative dining experience.

Food Quality

Numerous reviews highlighted cold, poorly prepared food, with specific complaints about items being undercooked or not as described.

Friendly Staff

Despite the service issues, some customers noted that staff members were friendly and polite when they received their orders.

Inconsistent Experience

The quality of food and service varied significantly, with some customers having positive experiences while others faced multiple issues.
  • HH
    Hytekr1
    Dec 16, 2025
    1.0
    Do not get the chili pies in Middlesboro Ky, they Were not made well at all, I got me an my son one so disappointed an there not cheap, 😡
  • GS
    Glenda Sizemore
    Dec 1, 2025
    1.0
    The bun on my sonic burger hard as a rock, uneatable. Frieshad a refried taste, hard and cooked to not potatoe in the fries
  • RF
    Riley Fox
    Nov 24, 2025
    1.0
    Not only did they ring up the order wrong. I tried to to get my order corrected. The lady came outside and demanded - “I need the other one back” without an apology. Pretty sure she resold it to another individual which is a major food service violation.
  • SC
    Sara Church
    Nov 7, 2025
    5.0
    I was in the area shopping & decided to get some food before heading back towards home. The food was great & the lady who brought it to me was friendly. Will definitely be back when I visit thw area again.
  • JI
    Jeff Ivey
    Oct 11, 2025
    1.0
    Stopped today and it has gone down hill. Food was terrible and they really need to pressure wash the concrete around the building I think it would cut down the 🪰 everywhere.