Hardees in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

6680 Commonwealth Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32254

Part of: Hardees Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

This Hardees in Jacksonville was emergency-closed on June 28, 2018 for rodent activity. Across 24 inspections since 2015, the facility has accumulated 217 violations, averaging 9.0 per inspection — more than 70% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and systemic: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 4 inspections; proper hand and arm washing violations were cited in at least 3 inspections; food contact surface violations were documented in at least 7 inspections; chemical storage violations appeared in at least 6 inspections. The facility received an administrative complaint recommendation twice, in December 2023 and September 2022. A single disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines was issued. Fire safety violations were cited in 2019, 2017, and 2015, including portable fire extinguisher failures and flammables stored near ignition sources. The most recent inspection on December 31, 2025 found 8 violations and was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: June 28, 2018 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
220Violations
1Closures
3Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Hardees in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 8.8 violations / inspection 8.8 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Hardees in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Hardees in Jacksonville
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 15:23:00

Hardees in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Hardees in Jacksonville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2018034793 $400.00 Jun 28, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Hardees in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher near rear exit door.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Removed from top of gas fired water heater. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Two of them

Hardees in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Hardees in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hardees in Jacksonville last inspected?
Hardees in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Hardees in Jacksonville last shut down?
Hardees in Jacksonville was last shut down on June 28, 2018 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Hardees in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Hardees in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Hardees in Jacksonville had?
Hardees in Jacksonville has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Hardees in Jacksonville find?
Hardees in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Hardees in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
Yes, Hardees in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Hardees in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Hardees in Jacksonville has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Hardees in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Hardees in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Hardees in Jacksonville been fined?
Hardees in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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