Hardees

126 Magnolia Ave, Auburndale, FL 33823
American
Last inspected: Oct 1, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Hardees, the earliest from 2022. On Oct 1, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Ice buildup in walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

Restaurants in Auburndale average 88, so Hardees trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on kitchen equipment.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease, observed on side and behind fryers as well on wall by fryers. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door.
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in mop sink.
42-01-4
82
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food on gaskets in reach in freezer on cookline.
23-03-4
90
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under hot holding center make table.
23-03-4
86
Apr 3, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind kitchen equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed near rear exit door.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on bun rack wheeler.
23-03-4
82
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in fryer station and behind ice machine.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soft drink mix on floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door frame.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in traulsen unit on cookline.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in mop sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on door frame sides and bottom.
35B-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hardees last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hardees on file is from Oct 1, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hardees?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Hardees.

How does Hardees compare to other restaurants in Auburndale?

Hardees most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Auburndale average of 88.

Has Hardees' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hardees have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hardees means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Hardees inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hardees is inspected around two times per year on average.