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Sonic has more than 3,500 locations in 45 states.
- Sonic is an American fast-food institution.
- While the Oklahoma City-based chain has millions of loyal customers, neither of us had ever visited the drive-in chain before.
- We visited Sonic for the first time while in its home state, and we saw firsthand why fans love the chain.
Pretty much everyone has heard or seen a Sonic commercial.
And with more than 3,500 Sonic locations in 45 states, the majority of Americans have likely eaten at one as well. However, despite our vast experience and best intentions, Sonic has remained a gaping hole in our fast-food repertoire.
Never had the neon-blue waves of the famous Ocean Water slush lapped our lips, nor had we dined on the intimidating Footlong Chili Cheese Coney hot dog.
So on a recent road trip to the chain's base in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, we decided to end our ignorance once and for all. Here's what we discovered on our lofty culinary quest: