About Sonic Drive-In Mesa

If you’re in Mesa and searching for a laid-back spot to grab a quick bite or chill with friends, let me introduce you to Sonic Drive-In Mesa - located at 3033 E McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85213. This branch joins the iconic drive-in chain that’s been serving up classic American fast food for decades.

Right from the start, you’ll appreciate the ease of access: it offers outdoor seating, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in - so you’re covered whether you’re dropping by solo, with family, or meeting friends. The venue also supports wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and seating, making it a convenient option for all.

Let’s talk food - because this place delivers plenty of tasty options. You’ll find all the favourites like burgers, fries, mozzarella sticks, beef hot dogs, and if you’re sweet-toothed: classic shakes, custard concretes, and milkshakes. On the lighter side there’s sorbet, while for a fun snack or family treat you might pick kids’ meals or share some premium chicken bites or honey BBQ boneless wings. One of the standout drinks? The strawberry lime slushie - refreshing and perfect for Arizona weather.

Sonic’s special strength is flexibility. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the Mesa location serves up quick bites whenever you need them. And if you’re craving something late, you’re in luck-it offers late-night food, quick service, and the classic drive-in / car-hop feel that sets Sonic apart from standard fast-food chains. Because it’s a drive-in style place, it works well for solo dining, grabbing something on the go, or even settling in for a casual meal.

Beyond the menu, it’s worth noting the convenience. The drive-in model means you can roll up, park, order, and serve yourself pretty quickly. The chain behind it, Sonic, was founded in 1953 and is well known for its mix of classic burgers, hot dogs, and a wide variety of drink combinations.

As with many fast-food spots, speed and service can vary. Some reviewers of this specific Mesa location (3033 E McKellips) noted inconsistent orders and slower waits when it was busy. If you’re heading there during peak hours (evening or weekend), ordering ahead via app or drive-through might be worthwhile. On the flip side, when things click, you’ll have a solid, familiar meal with minimal fuss.

(4/5)

“I've had mostly positive experiences coming here, especially since one of the night managers no longer works at this location. (She was always had an irritated air about her, almost like she was doing you a huge favor just by being there, and that your speaking to her was a major inconvenience. All of that is annoying, but what got me to boycott that location for over a year was due to her rude behavior one particular night. I drove up to get a butterfinger blast, and ordered it same way I've been ordering it for the last decade+ at that age dozens of other locations, without incident, which is as follows: "1 small butterfinger Blast with whipped cream, but with a little more whipped cream, and a little less ice cream?" Again, every other Sonic employee has obliged and has never charged me for the extra whipped cream, but not her. And I was asking my request, she interrupted me and said "we don't do that here", to which I replied " "Really? Is that a new policy? Because every Sonic I've gone to has done that for me, including this one." But she still insisted that they don't do that. Fine, whatever, not worth arguing about. So I just told her fine, make it the regular way and put the whipped cream on top. She hands me the cream when she's done and There literally is the smallest amount of whipped cream on top - about the size of a quarter. So I politely ask her (even tho I all I want to do is choke that sourpuss look right off her face) to please add a little more, She'd begrudginy takes the ice cream back, adds another minuscule amount and then hands me the ice cream as well as receipt. When I got home and looked at the receipt, I saw she had charged me an extra $0.50 per topping, So basically she charged an extra dollar for the laughable amount of whipped cream that she put on there. $1 extra is not that big of a deal, but it's the principal of the matter. It really infuriated, me so I stopped going to that location. Anyhow I haven't seen her again, and every time I go there now the is service is great, the staff is always smiling and friendly, and very accommodating. ”