Opening hours
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Local time in Cheektowaga: 9:25 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (716) 391-1888 to confirm.
Location & directions
3601 Union RdCheektowaga, NY 14225
About Sonic Drive-In
Sonic Drive-In is a fast food restaurant you'll find at 3601 Union Rd in Cheektowaga, New York. Our Cheektowaga guide covers 16 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Sonic Drive-In is open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM. It stays open late, until 11:00 PM on most nights.
Sonic Drive-In's menu features 124 dishes and drinks across 9 sections, including Featured Items, Chicken, Ice Cream, Cheeseburgers, and Breakfast. You will find options like Breakfast Bowls, Buffalo Boneless Wings, and OREO® Cheesecake Master Shake.
Available service options are outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, and it is a good fit for groups. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include late-night food and quick bite.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. You can reach the team at (716) 391-1888.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant · Burger
- Address
- 3601 Union Rd, Cheektowaga, NY 14225
- Phone
- (716) 391-1888
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Menu
- 124 items
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 10 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for fast food restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Sonic Drive-In’s weekday schedule with 1,114 other fast food restaurants in New York. On a typical weekday it opens at 9:00 AM, close to the local norm of 7:00 AM and closes at 11:00 PM, in line with the typical 10:00 PM.
In total it is open about 100 hours a week, 5 hours fewer than the local median of 105. 96% of fast food restaurants in New York open on Sundays, and Sonic Drive-In is one of them.
Compared with 1,114 other fast food restaurants in New York that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants in New York
Based on 9 menus with 386 priced items from fast food restaurants in New York, the median menu item costs $10.99, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.99.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 33% | $3.99 |
| Fish Sandwich | 33% | $9.00 |
| Chicken Sandwich | 33% | $8.00 |
| Philly Cheesesteak | 33% | $10.00 |
| Chicken Over Rice | 33% | $12.99 |
| Lamb Over Rice | 33% | $13.99 |
Calculated from 9 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Sonic Drive-In there are 18 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 43 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (6), American (5), Burgers & Fast Food (5), and Sandwiches & Delis (4).
Competition is healthy: 4 other fast food restaurants are within a mile and 10 within three miles. The closest is McDonald's, 0.4 mi away.
11 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- ChineseZhang's Buffet< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexMoe's Southwest Grill0.2 mi
- Chicken & WingsPopeyes0.2 mi
- AmericanAnderson's Frozen Custard0.2 mi
- SteakhousesTexas Roadhouse0.3 mi
What to expect at a fast food restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Sonic Drive-In's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Is Sonic Drive-In open on Sunday?
Yes, Sonic Drive-In is open on Sundays: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Sonic Drive-In located?
Sonic Drive-In is located at 3601 Union Rd, Cheektowaga, NY 14225.
What is the phone number of Sonic Drive-In?
You can call Sonic Drive-In at (716) 391-1888.
Does Sonic Drive-In offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Sonic Drive-In offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
Is Sonic Drive-In wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Sonic Drive-In good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids, high chairs, and kids' menu.
Is there parking at Sonic Drive-In?
Parking options: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking.
Is Sonic Drive-In open late?
Yes – Sonic Drive-In is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Sonic Drive-In?
There are 43 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Sonic Drive-In. Nearby options include Zhang's Buffet (< 0.1 mi), Moe's Southwest Grill (0.2 mi), and Popeyes (0.2 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near Sonic Drive-In?
4 other fast food restaurants within a mile. The closest is McDonald's, 0.4 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants in New York cost?
Based on 9 menus with 386 priced items from fast food restaurants in New York, the median menu item costs $10.99, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.99.
