Sonic Drive-In

3.5
3335 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 Tacoma, WA. 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 5114 6th Avenue for the ultimate SONIC experience!

Location

Sonic Drive-In
5114 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA
98465, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.5
3,335 reviews
5 stars
1,078
4 stars
784
3 stars
610
2 stars
288
1 star
575

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported long wait times, poor service, and unresponsive staff, particularly at the drive-thru and order stalls.

Food Quality

Many reviews highlighted inconsistent food quality, with complaints about cold, overcooked, or incorrect orders.

Customer Experience

Several customers expressed dissatisfaction with the overall experience, citing rude staff and management issues.

Positive Highlights

Despite the negative feedback, some customers enjoyed specific menu items like shakes and burgers, noting good flavors when the food was prepared correctly.
  • JF
    Jay Ferguson
    3 days ago
    3.0
    Went there just for just 4 drinks and waited for about 10 minutes just for the drinks. Then the person that brought it to my car didn't think woth 4 drinks one would need a drink carrier but she didnt bring one then gave me attitude when asking for one. She wasnt happy to have to make a trip in then back out. But its the only sonic close by so gotta deal with it I guess.
  • KA
    Kate Alexander
    Jan 3, 2026
    4.0
    Hadn't been to Sonic for a very long time. The food was good tasting at a decent temperature. The only issue I had was that my foot long Coney dog was tipped sideways in its wrapper and the contents were spilling out of the bag/wrapper so that I couldn't eat it without getting it all over my hands. Fortunately, I carry extra utensils, straws, and napkins in my car. I pulled out a fork and also saw that there were no napkins in the bag either. It pays to be prepared! A little training goes a long way.
  • JE
    Jalen Evans
    Jan 2, 2026
    2.0
    you're better off going through the drive through and even then you might not get everything. every time i've done a mobile order or an uber eats order, they forget something, so they'd probably forget if you order there too 💀
  • KG
    Katie G
    Dec 29, 2025
    1.0
    Not worth the trip or expense for the quality of food. Too bad, Sonic is really good in TX and OK.
  • MS
    Mike Snyder
    Dec 28, 2025
    1.0
    The guy in the drive thru was rude and dismissive