Sonic Drive-In

3.4
991 reviews

About

Fast Food RestaurantRestaurantAmerican RestaurantChicken RestaurantIce Cream ShopHot Dog RestaurantBreakfast RestaurantBurger JointRestaurant Delivery Service
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 Knoxville, TN. 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 7816 Oakridge Highway for the ultimate SONIC experience!

Location

Sonic Drive-In
7816 Oakridge Highway, Knoxville, TN
37931, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.4
991 reviews
5 stars
344
4 stars
204
3 stars
155
2 stars
82
1 star
206

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Speed

Customers consistently reported long wait times, often exceeding 30 minutes, even for simple orders.

Food Quality

Many reviews highlighted issues with food being served cold, old, or improperly prepared, leading to dissatisfaction.

Staffing Issues

Numerous comments indicated that the location is frequently understaffed, contributing to poor service and long waits.

Customer Service

While some staff were noted as friendly, many reviews pointed to rude or unhelpful service, with complaints about order accuracy and management.
  • AA
    April
    Jan 5, 2026
    1.0
    Slow, poor customer service
  • DP
    Donald Peels
    Dec 22, 2025
    5.0
    Always good food in friendly
  • CM
    Colby Mccown
    Dec 10, 2025
    5.0
    Idk what happened to this place I’ve not had a hot burger and hot fries from any sonic since I was a kid foods good not greasy and hot
  • JJ
    Jeremy
    Dec 10, 2025
    1.0
    Ordered online said it would be ready at 1:19 didn’t get my food till 2:00 horrible wait times for supposedly fast food
  • BY
    Brian Young
    Nov 15, 2025
    5.0
    Their drinks are awesome.