Hardee's in Panama City Beach
Last inspected:
11769 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32408Part of: Hardees Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hardee's in Panama City Beach has accumulated 124 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.3 per visit. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $320 fine. Fire safety records show three citations for fire extinguishers in the red zone, a repeat violation documented in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Recent enforcement in January 2026 included a warning for 8 violations, followed by a callback inspection that achieved compliance.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hardee's in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages
This Facility
4.2
violations / inspection
4.2 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg
3.13
violations / inspection
3.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Bay County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Hardee's in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019047447 | $320.00 | Jul 9, 2019 | Tampa |
Hardee's in Panama City Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed three out of the four fire extinguishers in back by door not charged.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 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. Observed fire extinguisher next to back door in red zone. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 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 by back door in recharge zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Hardee's in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections33 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hardee's in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hardee's in Panama City Beach last inspected?
- Hardee's in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hardee's in Panama City Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hardee's in Panama City Beach are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Hardee's in Panama City Beach had?
- Hardee's in Panama City Beach has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hardee's in Panama City Beach find?
- Hardee's in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hardee's in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Hardee's in Panama City Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Hardee's in Panama City Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hardee's in Panama City Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hardee's in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hardee's in Panama City Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Hardee's in Panama City Beach been fined?
- Hardee's in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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