Sonic has made slushes and burgers with pickles, but that’s not enough. The fast-food chain is turning up the pickle craze with a brand-new menu in collaboration with Grillo’s Pickles, promising to take the bold, salty flavor of this ingredient to the next level. Want to try it? Here’s what’s included and when it’s available.
What is the new Sonic x Grillo’s Pickles Big Dill menu like?
The new Sonic x Grillo’s Pickles Big Dill menu includes three options:
- Sonic x Grillo’s Pickles Big Dill Double & Triple Sonic Smasher: A larger-than-life take on the beloved Double Sonic Smasher, featuring hand-smashed Angus beef. Each burger is layered with two slices of melty American cheese, dill pickle-seasoned crispy cucumbers, dilly ranch, Grillo’s Pickle Chips, and fresh lettuce, all served on a pillowy soft potato bun. The Big Dill Double Sonic Smasher starts at $7.49. The Big Dill Triple Sonic Smasher is available starting at $8.49 for those with an even bigger appetite.
- Sonic x Grillo’s Pickles Picklerita Slush: A refreshingly tart and sweet slush made with a bold blend of pickle juice and tart lime, Pickle Juice Flavor Bubbles, and topped with a Grillo’s Pickle Chip. The Picklerita Slush starts at just $3.99 for a 20 oz.
- Sonic x Grillo’s Pickles Seasoned Tots or Groovy Fries: Choose from crispy, golden classic Sonic Tots or Groovy Fries coated in Grillo’s Pickle seasoning for a bright, tangy flavor twist that satisfies pickle and snack cravings. Starts at $2.99 for a medium.
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Customers who order from the Big Dill menu will receive a free pickle-scented car air freshener featuring Grillo’s mascot, “Sam-Sam the Pickle Man.” These freebies are only available while supplies last.
When will the new Sonic menu be available?
It’s already on sale! You can grab yours now at your nearest Sonic location.
How many Sonic restaurants are there in the United States?
Currently, the fast-food chain has more than 3,500 locations across 47 states in the United States.
History of Sonic Drive-In
Troy Smith was born and raised in rural Oklahoma during the Great Depression, where he worked various jobs, including milk delivery, oil field labor, and as a mechanic. However, he was always looking for new opportunities to advance in life. In 1948, he and his wife Dollie moved to Shawnee, Oklahoma, and opened their first restaurant, the Cottage Café.
Over the years, he managed several other establishments, but it was in the small root beer stand with a drive-in that he operated alongside his restaurant, The Log House, where he discovered the most profitable business. In 1953, he decided to focus on the drive-in, which he named Top Hat, marking the beginning of what would eventually become Sonic.
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Charlie Pappe, a businessman from Woodward, Oklahoma, with an interest in the restaurant industry, visited the Top Hat drive-in in 1956 while traveling through Shawnee. Impressed by the business, he contacted Troy Smith, and together they decided to collaborate to expand the restaurant. After opening three more Top Hat locations, they realized they couldn’t continue growing under that name due to copyright issues.
Taking advantage of the slogan “Service at the speed of sound,” they changed the drive-in’s name to Sonic. During the 1950s and 1960s, the Sonic brand experienced significant growth, with Smith and Pappe making deals with local entrepreneurs in the open market to expand the chain.
What is Grillo’s Pickles?
Grillo’s Pickles has established itself as one of the most innovative brands in the pickle market, known for its commitment to freshness and simplicity. Unlike many other brands, Grillo’s makes its products using only fresh, clean, and natural ingredients—with no artificial preservatives or unnecessary additives.
The brand focuses on delivering authentic, crisp, and naturally tangy flavors that feel homemade but maintain consistent high quality.
One of the company’s standout features is its cold process: the pickles are prepared, stored, and distributed without ever breaking the cold chain. This ensures exceptional crunch and fresh flavor in every bite.
Although the recipe is based on a family tradition over a hundred years old, Grillo’s takes a modern approach—prioritizing natural, healthy food. The brand has expanded nationwide in the U.S., offering a wide range of products like pickle spears, chips, classic pickles, and its popular “Pickle de Gallo.”
