A popular fast food chain known for its hamburgers, hot dogs and cherry limeade slushies is opening a fourth drive-in location in the Sacramento area.
Sonic will soon open its first restaurant in Citrus Heights, the company said in a news release.
The new restaurant is one of four Sonic locations in Northern California owned and operated by local franchise partner group Elite Drive-Ins.
“As local residents with deep ties to this brand, we’re so excited to bring Sonic’s craveable and iconic menu to our Citrus Heights neighbors,” Elite Drive-Ins founder C.M. Dhaliwal said in the release. “We’re very passionate about offering our guests not only great food, but also a great customer experience.”
Here’s what to know about the new Sonic location:
What is fast food chain Sonic?
Founded by Troy Smith, the company formerly known as Sonic Drive-in opened its first location in Shawnee, Oklahoma, in 1953, according to the Oklahoma Historical Society.
Sonic is now the largest drive-in restaurant brand brand in the United States, the company said on its website, with more than 3,500 restaurants in 48 states.
That includes roughly 80 Sonic locations in California.
Where is new Sonic location in Sacramento area?
Sonic’s newest Sacramento-area restaurant is at 5873 Antelope Road in Citrus Heights, near the intersection with Roseville Road.
The burger joint is across the street from Jimboy’s Tacos and Burger King locations. In a recent Facebook post, community members expressed excitement about the new Sonic location.
“OMG I can’t wait!” Facebook user Melissa Ann wrote in a comment in June. “So I don’t have to drive to Roseville .... Very excited.”
Facebook user Rob Laube called Citrus Heights a “great location for Sonic! Can’t wait.”
When does new Citrus Heights restaurant open?
Sonic will open its doors in Citrus Heights on Monday, Sept. 15, according to the news release.
What is on the Sonic menu? Can I order online?
Sonic’s menu specializes in old-school American fare, including hamburgers, hot dogs, corndogs and chicken tenders.
Side dishes include fries, mozzarella sticks, andonion rings, while dessert options include milkshakes and sundaes. Sonic’s expansive drink menu includes lemonades, limeades, sodas and slushes, as well as Red Bull-infused Rechargers.
“With hundreds of thousands of craveable flavors and drink combinations ... Sonic’s expansive, award-winning menu offers made-to-order and customizable breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack options to delight the whole family,” the company said in the release.
Customers can take advantage of the restaurant’s drive-thru lane or park in a total of seven drive-in stalls, the release said.
Diners can also place an order online or via the Sonic app.
What are open hours for new restaurant?
Sonic’s Citrus Heights location will be daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., the release said.
Is Sonic hiring? See available jobs
Yes. The Citrus Heights Sonic is hiring more than 45 jobs, according to the release.
Available positions in the Sacramento area include cook, car hop and general manager roles, according to the Sonic jobs website.
Where are other Sonic locations in Sacramento area?
In addition to Citrus Heights, the following Sonic locations are open in the Sacramento area:
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