Hardees in Weeki Wachee
Last inspected:
6292 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee, FL 34613Part of: Hardees Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hardee's in Weeki Wachee has averaged 4.6 violations per inspection across 24 inspections dating back to 2022, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have appeared across multiple inspections, including employee health reporting violations in the most recent inspection (October 2025), hand washing violations cited in at least three separate inspections (2025, 2023, 2022), and food contact surface violations appearing in four inspections spanning 2024 to 2022. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher maintenance were documented in November 2024 and January 2024. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: April 14, 2026 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hardees in Weeki Wachee: Comparison to Hernando County Averages
Hardees in Weeki Wachee: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hardees in Weeki Wachee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018023738 | $400.00 | Feb 7, 2018 | Tampa |
Hardees in Weeki Wachee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hardees in Weeki Wachee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Hardees in Weeki Wachee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hardees in Weeki Wachee last inspected?
- Hardees in Weeki Wachee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Hardees in Weeki Wachee last shut down?
- Hardees in Weeki Wachee was last shut down on April 14, 2026 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 Weeki Wachee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hardees in Weeki Wachee are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Hardees in Weeki Wachee had?
- Hardees in Weeki Wachee has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hardees in Weeki Wachee find?
- Hardees in Weeki Wachee was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Hardees in Weeki Wachee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hardees in Weeki Wachee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Hardees in Weeki Wachee had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hardees in Weeki Wachee has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hardees in Weeki Wachee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hardees in Weeki Wachee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Hardees in Weeki Wachee been fined?
- Hardees in Weeki Wachee has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Hardees in Weeki Wachee operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Hardee's (2024-2024).
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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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