Sides and Tots · Updated 2026-08-01
Sonic Ched 'R' Bites, 2026
Price, calories, and what it actually costs at 646 drive-ins across 9 states.
How much is the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites, and how many calories?
The Sonic Ched 'R' Bites (medium) costs $5.59 at a typical drive-in and has 640 calories. Every Sonic is franchised and sets its own price, so it runs from $2.99 to $7.19 depending on which drive-in you pull into. It is sold at 646 Sonics.
From the real menu price at 646 drive-ins, refreshed 2026-08-01.
Price & Details
- Typical price, medium
- $5.59
- Calories
- 640
- Price range
- $2.99 to $7.19
- Most common price
- $5.69 (14% of stores)
- Calories per dollar
- 115
- Category
- Sides and Tots
- Sold at
- 646 drive-ins
- Sizes
- Small, Medium, Large
What is in the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites
Local Favorite! Crispy, gooey, perfectly poppable Ched 'R Bites. Perfect with any dipping sauce of your choice!
Compared
How the Ched 'R' Bites Compare in Sides and Tots
Calories per dollar is the column that says which is the better deal, not just the cheaper one.
| Item | Typical price | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ched 'R' Peppers | $5.59 | 710 | 126 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | $5.29 | 560 | 104 |
| Chili Cheese Groovy Fries | $4.69 | 540 | 114 |
| Chili Cheese Tots | $4.69 | 540 | 115 |
| Onion Rings | $3.99 | 580 | 144 |
| Cheese Tots | $3.99 | 450 | 114 |
| Cheese Groovy Fries | $3.19 | 330 | 103 |
| Groovy Fries | $2.99 | 290 | 92 |
Median price across every drive-in that sells it. The highlighted row is this item.
What it costs
How Much Is the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites?
Most Sonic drive-ins charge about $5.59 for the Ched 'R' Bites (Medium). A few go as low as $2.99 or as high as $7.19, because every Sonic is owned separately and sets its own price.
Cheapest
$2.99
the lowest anywhere
Usual price
$5.59
what most people pay
Most expensive
$7.19
the highest anywhere
Every Size
Sonic Ched 'R' Bites Prices by Size
3 sizes, not priced proportionally. The largest is the cheapest per calorie.
Small
$4.19
390 cal · 93 per $
Medium
$5.59
640 cal · 114 per $
Large
$6.69
770 cal · 115 per $
| Size | Typical | Range | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $4.19 | $2.99 to $6.09 | 390 | 93 |
| Medium | $5.59 | $2.99 to $7.19 | 640 | 114 |
| Large | $6.69 | $4.39 to $9.39 | 770 | 115 |
Median price across every Sonic that sells the size. The highlighted row is the size most stores stock.
State by State
Sonic Ched 'R' Bites Price by State
Sonic is franchised, so the price is set drive-in by drive-in rather than nationally. Across the 9 states with enough stores to average honestly, the medium runs from $5.04 in TN to $6.14 in NE, a 140% swing for identical food.
| # | State | Avg price | Range | vs national |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TN30 stores | $5.04 | $4.79to$5.99 | -$0.54-9.7% |
| 2 | TX40 stores | $5.23 | $4.89to$5.49 | -$0.35-6.3% |
| 3 | OK167 stores | $5.46 | $4.19to$5.89 | -$0.12-2.2% |
| 4 | KS126 stores | $5.52 | $4.89to$6.49 | -$0.06-1.1% |
| 5 | AR55 stores | $5.62 | $4.49to$5.79 | +$0.04+0.7% |
| 6 | MO167 stores | $5.85 | $5.29to$6.69 | +$0.27+4.8% |
| 7 | MN5 stores | $5.89 | $5.89to$5.89 | +$0.31+5.6% |
| 8 | IL23 stores | $6.00 | $5.69to$6.49 | +$0.42+7.5% |
| 9 | NE12 stores | $6.14 | $5.79to$7.19 | +$0.56+10% |
Ranked cheapest to dearest. Diff is against the $5.58 national average. States with fewer than five stores are left out.
Quick answers
Sonic Ched 'R' Bites: Common Questions
How much is the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites?
About $5.59 at a typical drive-in. It runs from $2.99 to $7.19 because each Sonic sets its own price.
How many calories are in the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites?
640 calories, 410 of them from fat. Sonic publishes no protein or carbohydrate figures.
What sizes does the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites come in?
3: Small, Medium, Large. Most drive-ins stock the Medium.
Why does the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites cost more at some locations?
Sonic is franchised, so each owner sets the price. That is why this page shows a range, not one number.
Where is the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites cheapest?
TN, averaging $5.04. NE is the priciest at $6.14.
Does every Sonic sell the Ched 'R' Bites?
It is on the menu at 646 of the 3,357 drive-ins in our data. A few franchises drop items, so check yours.
Can I order the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites all day?
Yes. It is on the regular menu, so it is available any time the drive-in is open.
How do I find the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites near me?
Use the Sonic app or the store locator to find your nearest drive-in, then order it at the stall or for pickup.
Can I order the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites on the app?
Yes. You can order it in the Sonic app for drive-in pickup or delivery, and app-only deals sometimes apply.
What is in the Sonic Ched 'R' Bites?
Local Favorite! Crispy, gooey, perfectly poppable Ched 'R Bites.
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Chili Cheese TotsPrices and calories come from Sonic's own store-level menu data across 3,357 open drive-ins in 46 states, last refreshed 2026-08-01. Sonic sets prices per franchise, so we publish the median rather than the mean, and the range beside it. This is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Sonic Drive-In.