Sonic Drive-In Menu Prices (2026)
Sonic Drive-In prices at a glance
| Cherry Limeade (large) | $3.49 |
|---|---|
| SuperSONIC Bacon Double Cheeseburger | $9.29 |
| Tots | $2.99 – $3.79 |
| Ocean Water (large) | $3.49 |
| Oreo Sonic Blast (medium) | $5.29 |
| SONIC Cheeseburger | $5.49 |
Cheapest main item: Jr. Burger $2.79 All 44 prices ↓
Sonic is the last major drive-in chain in America: you park in a stall, order from a speaker, and a carhop brings the food out. That format is the brand, and it is why the drink menu — well over a million claimed combinations of sodas, slushes, limeades and add-ins — matters more here than at any other fast food chain.
The pricing story at Sonic is Happy Hour. Every day from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, drinks and slushes are half price, which turns a $3.29 large slush into something closer to $1.65. Anyone ordering drinks outside that window is paying full freight unnecessarily.
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Sonic Drive-In Drinks, Slushes & Limeades Prices
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Cherry Limeade (large)The chain's signature drink.Countertop nugget ice makers make Sonic-style ice at homeCheck price on Amazon | $3.49 |
| Ocean Water (large) | $3.49 |
| Real Fruit Slush (large) | $3.59 |
| Classic Slush (large) | $3.29 |
| Soft Drink (large) | $2.99 |
| Iced Tea (large) | $2.79 |
| Sonic Blast (medium) | $5.29 |
| Add-in (Nerds, boba, cream) | +$0.60 |
| Route 44 upgrade (44 oz) | +$0.60 |
Sonic Drive-In drinks, slushes & limeades prices in detail — cheapest picks and how they compare →
How to Save Money at Sonic Drive-In
- Happy Hour from 2:00 to 4:00 PM every day takes 50 percent off all drinks and slushes — the single biggest recurring discount in fast food.
- The Sonic app frequently offers half-price burgers on Tuesdays and free items with a purchase.
- Upgrading to a Route 44 (44 oz) for $0.60 more is the cheapest per-ounce drink on the menu, especially during Happy Hour.
- Breakfast is served all day, so the $5.29 breakfast burrito is available as a cheap dinner.
Sonic Drive-In Menu — Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Happy Hour at Sonic?
Every day from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. All drinks and slushes are half price, so a large cherry limeade drops from about $3.49 to roughly $1.75. Some locations also run a late-night Happy Hour after 8:00 PM.
Does Sonic serve breakfast all day?
Yes. Sonic serves its full breakfast menu from opening to closing at every location, including breakfast burritos, toasters and French toast sticks.
How much is a Route 44 at Sonic?
The Route 44 is the 44-ounce size and costs about $0.60 more than a large. During Happy Hour it becomes the cheapest drink per ounce anywhere in fast food.
What is Ocean Water at Sonic?
A coconut-flavoured Sprite-based drink tinted blue, priced at about $3.49 for a large. It is one of Sonic's signature limeade-family drinks and is half price during Happy Hour.
How much are tots at Sonic?
Medium tots are about $2.99 and large about $3.79. Cheese tots run roughly $4.29 and chili cheese tots about $4.79. Tots are the default side in most Sonic combos.
Do you tip the carhop at Sonic?
Tipping is customary but not required. Carhops are paid at least minimum wage, and most customers tip a dollar or two, particularly for larger orders brought out on skates.
How much is a Cherry Limeade at Sonic Drive-In?
A Cherry Limeade costs about $3.49 at Sonic Drive-In in 2026, based on national average menu prices. Half price every day during Happy Hour, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Prices shown are the regular large size. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
How much is a SuperSONIC Bacon Double Cheeseburger at Sonic Drive-In?
A SuperSONIC Bacon Double Cheeseburger costs about $9.29 at Sonic Drive-In in 2026, based on national average menu prices. Combos add tots or fries and a drink for about $3.70. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
Is Sonic Drive-In open on Thanksgiving Day?
Some are. On Thanksgiving Day 2025: Some drive-ins open, others closed. Thanksgiving Day 2026 is Thursday, November 26; check your local restaurant's hours before you go.
Is Sonic Drive-In open on Christmas Day?
Some are. On Christmas Day 2025: Most drive-ins closed; a few open. Christmas Day 2026 is Friday, December 25; check your local restaurant's hours before you go.
Sonic Drive-In Price Comparisons
Matched item by item against the chains Sonic Drive-In is most often weighed up against — same burger, same fries, same drink, side by side: