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Returning for the Summer! SONIC Bringing Back Fan Favorite Watermelon and Lemonberry Slushes + Debuting New Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites

Celebrate the season with iconic sips and bold new snacks starting May 27

original Returning for the Summer! SONIC Bringing Back Fan Favorite Watermelon and Lemonberry Slushes + Debuting New Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites

Returning for the Summer! SONIC Bringing Back Fan Favorite Watermelon and Lemonberry Slushes + Debuting New Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SONIC® Drive-In is dialing up the summer vibes with the return of two legendary slushes and the debut of an all-new, craveable snack. Starting May 27, guests can once again sip on refreshing Watermelon and Lemonberry Slushes and snack on brand-new Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites for the ultimate summer flavor lineup.

Plus, starting today, May 19, SONIC guests can get half price SONIC Shakes after 5 p.m. – any size, any flavor – making SONIC the go-to destination for cooling down after sundown.**

Back by Popular Demand: Watermelon and Lemonberry Slushes
Returning for a limited time, these two fan-favorite SONIC Slushes that are frequently requested on social media are the ultimate way to beat the heat and soak up summer:

  • Last seen on the SONIC menu in 2019, the Watermelon Slush is a burst of juicy, sweet watermelon flavor blended into a classic SONIC Slush.
  • The Lemonberry Slush is a refreshing SONIC Slush swirled with real strawberries and a squeeze of real lemon, and it’s making a return for the first time since 2020.

The Watermelon Slush starts at just $2.79* for a medium, and the real-fruit packed Lemonberry Slush starts at $3.29* for a medium.

NEW Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites
The SONIC snack lineup just got even bolder with the introduction of Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites – a crave-worthy combo of melty mozzarella and provolone cheese, savory pepperoni and zesty pizza sauce, wrapped in a crispy, golden-brown shell. Available in 3, 5 or 7-piece orders starting at $2.99*, these flavor-packed bites are perfect for on-the-go snacking or pairing with your favorite SONIC drink choice.

Half Price Shakes After 5 p.m. – Every Day**
Nothing says summer like a cool treat after a hot day. Starting May 19, enjoy SONIC Shakes for half price every day after 5 p.m. – any size, any flavor. With an offer this good it’s the perfect way for guests to indulge in a sweet treat that’s as satisfying as it is irresistible.

Whether chasing nostalgic flavors with a Watermelon Slush, treating the whole family to discounted Shakes after dinner, or grabbing a bold snack on the go, SONIC has guests’ summer covered.

*Tax not included.
**Offer valid after 5 pm local time. Tax not included. Add-ons cost extra. Limited time only at participating SONIC® Drive-Ins.

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