Just want to make this review to throw Jose out there on his AWESOME Customer Service, Knowledge and Experience with the products at Sonic, Thank You Jose for all your do for Sonic Costumers. read more

sonic's the goat whenever we are heading down to socal or coming back! the staff is always really efficient and give great customer service. the deals are pretty worth it and i like how the menu has so many options. one of the best things here imo is the fried jalapeño cheese poppers. it's super crispy and not oily. the temperature keeps pretty hot so careful when you first bite into them. the beverages are super unique as well! love their fruity drinks and their other collaborations they've had. their pickle fries / tater tot's were pretty good when they were here. read more

Any time I'm near Sonic's I need to grab a sprite and ask them to add real strawberries. It's convenient to be able to order from the car but usually we'll park and order at the station under the awning and find a table to sit at. This time we also ordered a dragon fruit Red Bull drink that was super tasty! The food is typical drive through quality. I ordered tater tot's and popcorn chicken. It's nothing spectacular but it was a convenient and easy place to grab a quick bite. read more

Sonic Drive-In - Sprite with strawberry and dragon fruit Red Bull - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

While in the area, I stopped here for an American Smashburger special for six dollars. The deal is quite good though it certainly dropped some on it features in the last several weeks. Used to be a large drink with free add-ons and now it is a medium drink with add ins at an extra price. Not unreasonable but different.. This location in Gilroy is what turned me off of sonic so many years ago. It was good that I returned. The food was of a consistent quality to what I have gotten in Atascadero. The lettuce and tomatoes are quite fresh, which is something I would think would easily show a lack of concern on quality. The service was quite good with the two employees. I had interactions. I would certainly come here again. Not a very attractive location just because of the placement, but it's really the food quality and service that matter for me for fast food. read more

Because there isn't a Sonic near my home I always love to stop by when I am near one. This location is drive in and drive thru. Opted for the drive in this time so that I could take a break from driving and just sit and eat. I got the smash burger and it was delicious, it was piping hot and tasted very fresh. I got a side of onion rings and they were sweet which was a bit unexpected. read more

Sonic Drive-In - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

Sonic! No No No I haven't been out here in over a year. What happened to the value menu? 1/4 double cheeseburger was the BOMB! I would get a couple on my way to Los Banos to visit my mom, but since she's passed, I don't come out here much, but came out today on my bike still will return to get a couple burgers read more

Sonic Drive-In - Sonic Gilroy - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

What can I say; I'm a sucker for a cherry limeade. If I'm in the area, I have to grab one. Service is usually slow, the drive-thru creeps along, and the order bays aren't always available, but honestly, that's kind of what you expect here. I'm not a fan of the food, but the drinks are fun, nostalgic, and hit the spot every time. read more

You wait FOREVER to even take your order. I ordered online and went to a stall per the instructions. Pressed the button and nothing. Went to the walk up and pressed it multiple times before someone finally got my name for mobile order. Absolutely insane. We watched so many people leave for the same reason without getting to order. Had I not already paid we would have left. I gave two stars just for Erik who finally brought our food. He was very nice and apologized for the delay. I know it was not his fault, management needs work here. It's like this every time we try to go, we usually just leave. I should have known... read more

Sat in the drive thru at 12:30 on a Monday for over 20 min. No one ever answered to take orders. Saw one worker servicing the parked cars in the order "bays". Wont be coming back. Wish I could give zero stars. read more

8$ for this trash Smashburger? Yikes! Sad. Reminds me of an old school McDonald's basic cheeseburger? Just unremarkable in every way. read more

Sonic Drive-In - 8$ for this trash smashburger?? Yikes. This is really sad. - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

Best customer service we've had in MONTHS. The guy saw that our drink was lacking syrup and changed it without us even noticing the lack in syrup, it was already in my car. These guys went above and beyond and no less at 9:30 in the morning, big ups and wish I got their names but we will be driving an hour just to get food here now! read more

It's a Sonic... and as Sonics go ... it's fine. The only food item I ever order is tater tots ... one of the only places you can order tater tots (so in my book that alone earns them a few stars). I do order drinks here all the time in the summer. The service is unpredictable which is in a way predictable? It's strange how slow this particular Sonic is... but ya know, I find it worth it to get my hands on whatever icy, fruity, creamy, etc. concoction I've ordered each time. In gilroy there are very few options when you want something icy or frozen ... and thank heavens there is at least this place! read more

Went through drive thru, the dude taking our order was very script, but it's All Good he was friendly, was able to answer any questions we had regarding the menu & other stuff, not really a talker or customer service guy They have a lot to chose from, burgers, dogs, options on sides to go w/your goodies & not to mention a ton of options on What Do I Feel Like washing the food down with I'm pretty sure w/what ever you do get from here, you'll be satisfied & u have to go w/your gut on what exactly are you feeling like you want to eat, before actually ordering. read more

Sonic Drive-In - Sauces - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

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Whenever I trek south to Gilroy, this is a must stop either via the drive thru window or simply to park like in the 1950's which you place order via the two way intercom and servers bring your order to the car. But this is to note my favorites so when I return, I'll know what to order. My favs are orange soda, Blood orange recharger w/Red Bull, Ched r' poppers w/ ranch dressing, pretzel twists w/ a cheese dip, (tater) tots, French toast sticks w/ maple flavored syrup and pickle fries. Yes I know, it's enough for a teenager to break out w/ pimples with all these fried foods and thank goodness I don't live in or near Gilroy. Sorry no pics. It was gobbled up (except for the pretzel sticks as I enjoyed later in the evening) and loved the moment of unhealthy indulgences. read more

Honestly used to love this location. Hadn't had it in a few years and in the meantime was going to the Hayward location. That place was hit or miss and more times than not, it just plain sucked. So I was thinking damn maybe sonic just ain't it anymore. Went back to the gilroy location again and it was noticeably far more superior in quality. Very consistent with gilroy. Tried the double sonic smasher for the first time! It was delicious! Finally a fast food chain that has a smash burger that actually is a smash burger. Even had the thin crispy skirt edges on the patties like it a smash burger should have. Great sauce, pickles were awesome, onions and that bun is quality. Unlike Jack in the box whose smash burger is a standard patty like every other one of their dry bland burgers. Great job Sonic gilroy. I've regained faith in Sonic again and now know it's just the Hayward location that blows. read more

Sonic Drive-In - Double SONIC Smasher Combo - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

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So my granddaughter wanted Sonic for dinner after a day at Gilroy Gardens. I was a bit skeptical due to the bad reviews but we gave it a shot. Well the gentleman on the speaker was polite and professional, the order was at our vehicle in under 10 minutes, the pricing and the order were correct, food was hot and delicious, we ordered the double smash burger meals and a child's meal. The place was clean outside. All and all a great way to end a great day! read more

Took 3 times before they got the order right got rid of chili tots but still have tots & chilly

This is the only Sonic's location that is located near me and when I say "near" it's about a 36 mile drive.... While I have dined here a time or two, nothing has ever really stuck out as Sonic's being good. I blame my random urges to visit whenever I drive through to those advertising pictures and the commercials that always pop up. This is fast food so I won't hold the oiliness against them. I do however am extremely let down by the obvious fact that the oil could have/should have been changed out. Points for convenience while you drive through and the hours aren't too shabby either. Unfortunately, I'm gonna have to think twice about dining here again. read more

Travis provided excellent customer service. Best Chili dog I've ever had. Drinks and tater tots were also awesome.

The chicken sandwich was the worst I've ever had. It looked like chicken but it was like biting into Grisel. I couldn't eat it. But. The Coney Island was good. It's always good. The drinks have to much ice. But. They are friendly and that's important. The tater tots need sauce. But. We will come back. read more

Just bought foot long Chili Cheese dogs. Within 30 minutes of eating both my husband and I had diarrhea.

Would leave 0 if possible! Drove from Morgan Hill to Gilroy to get some late night onion rings with my girlfriend, yet they decided to close well before 11:30 even though they're not supposed to close till midnight! Very disappointed, won't be returning. Service was awful, guy on speaker was rude and sounded angry at the world. The ambiance was also terrible if I might add! read more

Sonic Drive-In - A store that should be open yet they're not because they wanted to go home early! - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

I drove 40min to get here just fort order to be wrong. I asked for NO cheese on my meal, they gave it with cheese. I asked for an all American hot dog and did NOT get a hot dog. I was not given a receipt either. They need to pay more attention to how they make their orders and actually listen when someone says NO cheese! There's clearly an allergy. read more

Sonic Drive-In - And I am calling and no one answers! - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

Not sure who's running this place but it looks like a war zone. Three times in a row now have they gotten my order not only wrong but two of those orders they just gave me whatever they wanted to get me out of there. Stuff that wasn't even close to my order. They always forget the condiments and this for sure was my last time ever ordering from them again. I made one comment about how my order was off and I get the nastiest attitude as if I should be grateful. After that I don't want to even eat what's it front of me. read more

I am lucky I do not live nearby. Gavin's first time at Sonic was recently.. we were on our way back from Monterey and promised him I would make a stop. We did not eat in the car, so he did. It get to fully experience Sonic however, he does not need to. He loves it. We have ordered these the past 2 times: foot long coney dog, popcorn chicken, chicken tenders, tater tots, chicken sandwich, cheeseburger, cheesesteaks, jalapeño poppers, slushy, blasts.. all have been winners. The portion and price ratio was perfect. The service was quick. Appreciate staff for their upbeat personality. I will return for Gavin. read more

Since a member of my party does not like standing up due to a mobility matter, I recommended eating here. We placed our order through the app, and they delivered it to us as is the standard for this establishment. He felt the food was too salty. Indeed, I used up a significant amount of our water supply to balance out the salt imbalance we experienced, but since the food is junk food, this is to be expected. I felt the food was adequate as far as taste and it filling my stomach was concerned. read more

Wanna-be retro cool quirky Sonic food seems consistently just okay to me, as far as their burgers/sides/etc. It's their ice cream & desserts that are a bit better, but not any better than your average Dairy Queen. Wanted to try their car-hop service, but that was closed. The drive-thru was quick and efficient. read more

A bit of a wait in the drive in stalls, but it was a Saturday at noon so a bit expected. Food was all good and fresh, a little on the salty side so I wouldn't opt for anything sauced (just get the dipping sauce on the side). The onion rings were my favorite because they have a slight sweet batter. Download the app (it's also the only way to order in the stalls), and get 50% off drinks and slushies! Strawberry limeade is my go-to. read more

Sonic Drive-In - Drive in stall - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

This place used to be such a fun pit stop on the way from the Bay Area to or from the outlets, Gilroy Gardens, or SoCal. We stopped by for milkshakes, and it was downright sad to see the state that it's in now. As my friend said, "I've never had ice cream before and somehow felt worse." The ordering machines at the parking spots (Sonic's signature) are closed, and signs tell you to order by app instead. We couldn't find the milkshakes anywhere in the buggy app after minutes of looking, so we went through the drive-thru instead. All around were taped up hand-scribbled signs on printer paper warning you "Exact change only" and "Bathroom closed." The people who delivered your food to your car if you ordered by app also looked pretty miserable. read more

Sonic Drive-In - Medium milkshake - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

FOOD: 1 SERVICE: 1 VALUE: 1 AMBIANCE: 1 Can order via App or drive through only. DO NOT USE APP! They service the drive through first! It took 40 minutes for one milkshake!! read more

Sonic Drive-In - Worst service ever! Can only do drive through or via App! - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

Used to love Sonic. Now order online to make it easier ..... blah blah blah. DONT. Got a completely different order than I had placed. Forget waiting 20 mins at pull up station for online order, but wrong order. I didn't check though. So I guess it was my fault??? According to Lead at Sonic. Customer service lacking Food worse and worse. Greasy stuck together burnt. Ease to speak to anyone about an order NOT AT ALL. It's probably to get a hold of Elon Musk. No accountability. I will not ever return. I'm a little fish in a huge pond. Ok. But don't underestimate the underdog. I will let anyone I know not to give any money to Sonic. This is representatives for Sonic (employees) their fault. They don't value customers, paying customers so I will not value them with my money. read more

I was enjoying my long hiatus from Yelp And freaking Sonic came along and ruined it. I have stopped at this location many times before Service is always a hit and miss. I ordered a Brioche egg and bacon sandwich based on the yummy looking picture on the menu. I know I still believe in Santa Claus they never look like the pictures. Anyways I ordered the brioche egg sandwich minus the bacon. I hate bacon from fast food places is either soft and chewy or burned. It was early morning one car ahead of me. Who else love the "Anything Else" after every item ordered. Can even think or breathe and there if comes "Anything else" After placing my order and driving to the window I got my order fairly quick since there was only one person ahead of me. I started driving and reached into the paper bag To get the sandwich. yum!! Once I took a look and and had to pull over (see pictures) The brioche sandwich it was the most disgusting egg sandwich I have seen. Come on sonic!!! it's early morning I would think their grilled should be spotless at this time since is not even busy. But it probably wasn't and whom ever was the cook he or she has no pride on their work and cooked the egg in a dirty grill!! Unless they add black pepper to their eggs This sandwich smelled like grime I only took a bite of the bread and yes it tasted horrible. I hate to waste food, but I I have no choice and tossed back in the paper bag followed by a mini rant of my greatest hits of F#%k, sonic, this a bunch of S#%T!! And more Ahh!! it sure felt good. Now I can continue with my day in peace and will tossed this disgusting sandwich on the garbage receptacle when I go and put gas in my car. Next time I will check my food before driving away. Wua out! read more

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Trash. Placed an order online, they messed the whole thing up. They brought our shakes out in filthy a$$ cups, spilled shake all over them. AND NO NAPKINS! Who does that?! 10/10 don't recommend. Banana shake taste like chemicals, chocolate Oreo shake had no chocolate, ordered no whip, came with whip. Terrible experience. read more

Five stars for the Route 44 unsweetened iced tea, add real strawberry and lime and of course the iconic tiny ice -1/2 price anytime in the ap. 1 star off for the extraordinarily long wait in the drive thru - car service unavailable late night. an extra deduction for ... I do not even want to think about what is going on in terms of unsanitary practices inside of that little box where my drink is prepared .Don't bother with the food - all so salty and extra oily. Prices are good, and this is the only Sonic that I have been to. It is a midpoint between homes in Burlingame and Carmel. My drink stop. Never ever use the bathroom. read more

I've been to Sonic's a couple of times. Decent fast food if you want a quick grab-and-go eat. I ordered an ocean water drink and a crispy chicken sandwich. Service was a bit slower than usual, possibly from it being crowded. read more

Sonic Drive-In - Ocean Water - Fast Food Near Me - Gilroy, California

One of the worst drive thru workers,she was very rude and bad attitude. Didn't listen to what was ordered, got the whole order wrong.

I was waiting 15 min in line and and when I finally got to the ordering speaker, no one was there to take my order. Non of the 15 and 16 year old in there never got around to checking the drive through cameras to notices us. When we finally got to the windows, the cashier told us we had to go back and wait again. Bad service and its hot. Never again. Mcdonalds, here I come. read more

It's rare when my family and I visit sonic in Gilroy and after today, we are done. Stopped in for a thirst quenching strawberry limeade only to be given a watered down sprite with a lime wedge and two pieces of strawberry. We were about 15 minutes out of town when I finally tried my drink and realized this would be the last time I wasted any money at this location. The place is also looking rundown and unkept. This is one sad looking sonic and I really hope corporate starts checking in on them. read more

Sonic Drive-Im famous for their burgers, lets see how they do with breakfast. First time getting breakfast here. Ordered the brioche breakfast sandwich, tatter-tots and orange juice. Brioche breakfast sandwich consisted of a soft warm brioche bun that was really good. It was filled with eggs, a lot of egg, cheese, and bacon, bacon, bacon. Did i mention the bacon? This sandwich had a well served layer of eggs and bacon with just enough cheese to not overpower the other two. Only downside is that i would have preferred crispy bacon. But overall it was really good and the portion is enough to really fill you up. Tatter-tots were the star of my breakfast. They were freshly made and cooked to perfection. They were golden brown and crispy. They were crunchy to the bit and hot and delicious on the inside, yummy. Orange juice, I have remember to pass on the orange juice next time. Too watered down for my taste. Should have went with an iced coffee instead. read more

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I went here for my first time 2 days ago. I've been to the ones in the south many times with no issues. But at this location, the girl that took my order cut out and basically stop taking my order.When I asked a question.So then it had to basically go get out of my car and go to the booth that's at the table outside the doors. When they finally took my order there.I got the same rude girl who screwed up my order so bad that I had to send the bus boy back in three times to get it fixed. I should add.There was a family next to us who had the same problem so they sat at a bench and they also had to send the plus boy back in twice to get their order fixed. Moving forward, I went back tonight 2 days later.Thinking maybe it was just a bad day.And I ordered a junior kids meal Is using the drive through This time. I got the junior burger Kids meal and they forgot to add the cheese even after they repeated cheese to me. I was already back on the road and didn't bother to go back this time as I just wanted to get home. read more