Sonic Drive-In

3.5
1642 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 Birch Run, MI. 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 8650 Main Street for the ultimate SONIC experience!

Location

Sonic Drive-In
8650 Main Street, Birch Run, MI
48415, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.5
1,642 reviews
5 stars
635
4 stars
330
3 stars
236
2 stars
129
1 star
312

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported long wait times, rude staff, and poor service overall, with many expressing frustration over unresponsive ordering systems.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed specific menu items like shakes and slushies, many others complained about cold, poorly prepared, or incorrect food orders.

Cleanliness and Maintenance

Several reviews highlighted the dirty conditions of the restaurant and issues with the drive-thru and ordering systems, indicating a need for better maintenance.

Staffing Problems

Many reviews mentioned that the location appeared to be understaffed, contributing to slow service and operational inefficiencies.
  • JM
    James Molpus
    2 days ago
    5.0
    Best slushies you can get! Great value as well. Try a cherry slush and make it dirty. You're welcome.
  • AS
    Amber Smith
    2 days ago
    5.0
    The staff are super accommodating and nice!
  • HH
    Heaven
    3 days ago
    5.0
    We tried the Pretzel Burger, a double smash with fries, jalapeño poppers, the Flamingo drink, and a Blue Razz slushy with boba pearls, everything was absolutely great. I asked for extra mayo and they definitely delivered; they don’t skimp at all. We went around 6 PM and our food came out quickly. The attendant was polite when we walked out. Overall, a really good experience and we’ll definitely be back when were in town.
  • JJ
    J.M.
    Dec 29, 2025
    1.0
    I ordered take out an hour before close, 0 other customers in the drive thru. The double pretzel burger. It was extremely greasy, basically soaking in a puddle of grease. My fries were over half way dumped into the bag from their container, and on top of the greasy burger, 0 napkins. I’m not sure if it’s “normal” for it to be this greasy, but the least they could do is throw napkins in the bag!
  • JY
    Jared Yatch
    Dec 22, 2025
    1.0
    I had three cars in front of me going through the drive thru. I waited 40 minutes and finally had to pull out of short lineup to get where I needed to go to be on time. This isn’t the only time this has happened at this location. I know as a franchisee myself, I would be pretty upset if my employees were moving that slowly. To many bad experiences at this location. I will gladly give McDonalds my business from now on when I past through birch run