Hardees — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records
Hardees operates 71 food establishments across Florida with 1,710 inspections on record. 1 locations were shut down in the past 12 months. The pass rate is 88.7%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.7 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Hardees in Weeki Wachee, shut down April 14, 2026 for rodent activity.
Summary based on Florida DBPR public inspection records. Updated May 2026.
Highest-Violation Locations
| Location | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardee's | Jacksonville | 28 | 209 | 2 |
| Hardees | Jacksonville | 25 | 220 | 1 |
| Hardee's Restaurant #1500782 | St. Petersburg | 23 | 201 | 1 |
| Hardee's | Lake City | 34 | 196 | 1 |
| Hardee's | Starke | 30 | 179 | 1 |
Hardees: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Hardees
88.7%
Pass Rate
88.7%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Hardees
5.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Hardees
1.41
Closures per 100 Locations
1.41
Florida Average
1.38
Closures per 100 Locations
1.38
Hardees: Recent Restaurant Closures (9)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardees | Weeki Wachee | Rodent activity | |
| Hardee's | Starke | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Hardee's | Callahan | Rodent activity | |
| Hardee's | Lake City | Rodent activity | |
| Hardee's #5402 | Lynn Haven | Sewage leaks | |
| Hardees | Jacksonville | Rodent activity | |
| Hardee's Restaurant #1500782 | St. Petersburg | Rodent activity | |
| Hardee's | Jacksonville | Roach activity | |
| Hardee's | Jacksonville | Sewage leaks |
Hardees: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardees of Leesburg | Leesburg | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Hardee's | Jacksonville | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hardee's | Panama City Beach | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hardee's #1499 | Pensacola | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Hardees: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 972 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 818 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 715 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 670 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 469 |
Hardees: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | City | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2017 | Hardee's | Jacksonville | $2,000 | 5--2017005647 |
| Dec 2, 2016 | Hardee's | Jacksonville | $2,000 | 5--2016040598 |
| Dec 9, 2022 | Hardee's | Williston | $800 | 5--2022050488 |
| Jun 4, 2019 | Hardee's | Lake City | $400 | 5--2019023003 |
| Mar 12, 2020 | Hardee's Restaurant | Crawfordville | $400 | 6--2019046333 |
| Dec 6, 2023 | Hardee's | Starke | $400 | 5--2023062137 |
| Mar 8, 2023 | Hardee's | Callahan | $400 | 5--2022059717 |
| Dec 18, 2015 | Hardee's | Jacksonville | $400 | 5--2015052688 |
| May 29, 2018 | Hardees | Weeki Wachee | $400 | 3--2018023738 |
| Aug 6, 2018 | Hardees | Jacksonville | $400 | 5--2018034793 |
Hardees: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 42 |
| Other fire safety violation | 6 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 3 |
Hardees: Notable Locations
Hardee's
28 inspections
209 violations
2 closures
Hardee's #5402
36 inspections
163 violations
1 closures
Hardees
26 inspections
122 violations
1 closures
Hardee's Restaurant
36 inspections
169 violations
Hardee's
34 inspections
196 violations
1 closures
Hardees of Leesburg
23 inspections
138 violations
Hardees: Locations by City
| City | Locations | Avg Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 11 | 7.26 | 3 |
| Pensacola | 5 | 2.78 | 0 |
| Lake City | 3 | 5.61 | 1 |
| Tallahassee | 2 | 3.72 | 0 |
| Auburndale | 1 | 3.44 | 0 |
| Bartow | 1 | 4.25 | 0 |
| Belleview | 1 | 6.63 | 0 |
| Brooksville | 1 | 5.76 | 0 |
| Callahan | 1 | 6.41 | 1 |
| Chiefland | 1 | 4.96 | 0 |
| Chipley | 1 | 5.33 | 0 |
| Crawfordville | 1 | 4.71 | 0 |
| Cross City | 1 | 7.23 | 0 |
| Davenport | 1 | 2.89 | 0 |
| Deltona | 1 | 5.69 | 0 |
| Dundee | 1 | 4.65 | 0 |
| Dunnellon | 1 | 3.67 | 0 |
| Fort Myers | 1 | 4.91 | 0 |
| Green Cove Springs | 1 | 6.00 | 0 |
| Groveland | 1 | 9.92 | 0 |
| High Springs | 1 | 8.86 | 0 |
| Homosassa Springs | 1 | 6.05 | 0 |
| Jasper | 1 | 6.48 | 0 |
| Keystone Heights | 1 | 5.58 | 0 |
| Kissimmee | 1 | 5.05 | 0 |
| Lake Alfred | 1 | 3.36 | 0 |
| Lake Butler | 1 | 8.08 | 0 |
| Lamont | 1 | 2.81 | 0 |
| Leesburg | 1 | 6.00 | 0 |
| Live Oak | 1 | 6.80 | 0 |
Hardees: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Hardees locations are in Florida?
- Hardees has 71 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is Hardees's health inspection pass rate in Florida?
- Hardees has a pass rate of 88.7% across all Florida locations, which is 2.7 percentage points above the state average of 86%.
- How many Hardees locations were shut down in Florida this year?
- 1 Hardees locations in Florida were shut down by health inspectors in the past 12 months.
- What are the most common health violations at Hardees in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hardees locations in Florida are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- Which Florida city has the most Hardees locations?
- Jacksonville has the most Hardees locations in Florida with 11 establishments.
- What was the most recent Hardees closure in Florida?
- Hardees in Weeki Wachee was shut down on April 14, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Hardees compare to the Florida state average?
- Hardees has a pass rate of 88.7%, which is 2.7 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How much in fines has Hardees been assessed in Florida?
- Hardees locations in Florida have been assessed $9,760 in fines across 19 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $514 and the largest single fine was $2,000.
- How many fire safety violations has Hardees had in Florida?
- 51 fire safety violations have been documented across 29 Hardees locations in Florida. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- How often are Hardees locations inspected in Florida?
- Hardees locations in Florida have an average of 24.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
Hardees in Groveland (1 location)
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Hardee's #1500975 258 violations
266 W Broad St, Groveland, FL 34736
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