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Keep in mind, Sonic is a "drive-in" restaurant. But apparently, some Americans are so lazy they don't want to have to put their car in reverse after ordering to leave, so the management decided to make a "drive-thru."
- Can you walk into Sonic?
- Why is it called Sonic Drive-In?
- Can you eat inside Sonic?
- What states do not have Sonic Drive Ins?
- Do I tip Sonic workers?
- Does Sonic have bathrooms?
- Why did Sonic stop skating?
- What was Sonic's original name?
- Why do Sonic workers skate?
- Do Sonic employees skate?
- Does Sonic give free refills?
- What is the oldest fast food restaurant?
- Why is Sonic so expensive?
Can you walk into Sonic?
Yes... most of them you can walk in, or at least sit outside. The ones where I grew up had picnic tables out front and you could order food there. Failing that, we would also just stand in one of the parking spaces sometimes and push the button as if we were in a car.
Why is it called Sonic Drive-In?
By 1958, Top Hats existed in Enid and Stillwater. However, only four opened, because the name was already copyrighted to another business. Echoing the jet age, Top Hat's slogan was "Service with the Speed of Sound," so the men chose the new name "Sonic." In 1959 the Stillwater Top Hat became the first Sonic Drive-In.
Can you eat inside Sonic?
This brand new Sonic has an inside eating area with four large flatscreen TVs next to the four tables on the inside, you can also sit at tables next to the windows. The food is typical Sonic food (a little better than most basic fast-food places). ... This is my favorite Sonic because of the "eat inside" option.
What states do not have Sonic Drive Ins?
They're in almost every US state
Most people in the country can get their hands on some Sonic since there are locations in 44 of the 50 states. And now a moment of silence for Alaska, Hawaii, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Do I tip Sonic workers?
It is not rude for you not to tip your carhop at Sonic. Carhops do not expect customers to tip them, but they always appreciate it. Carhops know that Sonic is a fast-food restaurant, and many people who go there do not have the time or money to tip them, so they do not expect it.
Does Sonic have bathrooms?
Three in 10 recent customers rated SONIC Drive-In's bathroom facilities as very clean, 36.5% below the QSR average for restroom cleanliness. Some of SONIC's bathrooms are located in a separate area outside of the restaurant itself, due to the chain's unique drive-in setup.
Why did Sonic stop skating?
I was a roller-skating carhop, which was a unique experience considering that many Sonic locations have done away with skating servers altogether due to safety or efficiency concerns.
What was Sonic's original name?
In the Archie comics, Sonic's real name is revealed to be Olgilvie Maurice Hedgehog.
Why do Sonic workers skate?
Sonic workers used to all roller skate to your car to bring you your food. That has since changed but holds up as an option for employees who want to brave the wheels. The ones who do can even enter a competition for best skating carhop.
Do Sonic employees skate?
Yes, absolutely! Our friendly carhops, as they are called, will be bringing you your food on roller skates or roller blades and taking special care of you.
Does Sonic give free refills?
Usually waters are free but often soft drinks are charged 50 cents unless it is a route 44 or a slush which are charged full price. Or a manager, if they aren't strict about it, will give them a free refill but usually if it is accompanied by food.
What is the oldest fast food restaurant?
White Castle
Since A&W started out as a root beer stand, many people consider White Castle to be the world's first true fast food restaurant. White Castle was founded in 1921 by Billy Ingram and Walter Anderson in Wichita, Kansas.
Why is Sonic so expensive?
All food is made to order, with fresh lettuce, tomato etc. The ice cream is expensive as it is 100% ice cream. There is also a small up charge to help pay the Carhops. Overall it is a tad bit more expensive, but you don't have to leave your car for quality food!
