Opening hours
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Calera: 5:24 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (205) 690-8885 to confirm.
Location & directions
124 Highway 304Calera, AL 35040
About Sonic
Sonic is a fast food restaurant located at 124 Highway 304 in Calera, Alabama. It is one of 14 places to eat and drink we list in Calera.
Sonic is open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Service options include takeout. On the menu: burgers.
You can reach the team at (205) 690-8885.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant · Burger
- Address
- 124 Highway 304, Calera, AL 35040
- Phone
- (205) 690-8885
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- 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’s weekday schedule with 527 other fast food restaurants in Alabama. On a typical weekday it opens at 9:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 6:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 86 hours a week, 30 hours fewer than the local median of 116. 97% of fast food restaurants in Alabama open on Sundays, and Sonic is one of them.
Compared with 527 other fast food restaurants in Alabama that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants across the US
Based on 255 menus with 12,616 priced items from fast food restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $8.13, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $13.18.
We don’t have Sonic’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what fast food restaurants across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 33% | $5.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 30% | $7.50 |
| Hamburger | 27% | $6.00 |
| French Fries | 24% | $4.00 |
| Fries | 23% | $3.99 |
| Hot Dog | 20% | $4.50 |
| Fish Sandwich | 15% | $7.99 |
| Grilled Cheese | 14% | $4.38 |
Calculated from 255 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Sonic there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 11 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (3), Chicken & Wings (3), Seafood (1), and Sandwiches & Delis (1).
Competition is healthy: 3 other fast food restaurants are within a mile. The closest is Wendy's, 0.1 mi away.
1 place within a mile stays open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Chicken & WingsChick-fil-A< 0.1 mi
- SeafoodCaptain D's0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiIchiban Express0.7 mi
- PizzaPizza Hut0.7 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.7 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's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Sonic open on Sunday?
Yes, Sonic is open on Sundays: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Sonic located?
Sonic is located at 124 Highway 304, Calera, AL 35040.
What is the phone number of Sonic?
You can call Sonic at (205) 690-8885.
Does Sonic offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Sonic, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout.
Is Sonic open late?
Yes – Sonic is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Sonic?
There are 11 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Sonic. Nearby options include Chick-fil-A (< 0.1 mi), Captain D's (0.1 mi), and Ichiban Express (0.7 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near Sonic?
3 other fast food restaurants within a mile. The closest is Wendy's, 0.1 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 255 menus with 12,616 priced items from fast food restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $8.13, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $13.18.
Nearby places
All in Calera
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