Hardee's
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Hardee's eight times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Keystone Heights facility scores 82, putting Hardee's on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
74
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Sandwich toppings on the main cook line held on time as public health control missing time marking. Operator placed time markers on the cut tomatoes, lettuce and cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Probe thermometer used by employee to check food temperatures on the cook line needs replacement battery per employee receiving incorrect cook temperatures. Employee switched to calibrated thermometer. **Corrective Action Taken**
05-03-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Missing light shield for the light over the reach in freezer by the oven.
38-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust build on kitchen ceiling air vents.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On the storage shelf of the prep area, clean containers stacked while wet.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on the floor under the three compartment sink to the rear exterior door. Per operator just let out the three compartment sinks at the same time.
36-22-4
64
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on several containers in clean dish area.
16-46-4
95
Jan 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Comminuted meat not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 155 degrees Fahrenheit for 17 seconds or equivalent time/temperature combination as specified in cooking chart. Breaded steak patty at 126F in the center, person in charge placed back in fryer and retemped at 202F. **Corrected On-Site**
03C-06-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer observed no longer commercially packaged pork chop in container over case of tortillas, person in charge moved to appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One manager with expired training.
53A-03-7
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in standing water at 54F. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
64
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham and chicken in reach in cooler by breading station 52-54F. Person in charge states has been in unit overnight. Ambient temp of unit 52F, digital reading from 36-40F. Person in charge discarded, did not take any internal food temperatures this morning. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in kitchen during inspection.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ham and chicken in reach in cooler by breading station 52-54F. Person in charge states has been in unit overnight. Ambient temp of unit 52F, digital reading from 36-40F. Person in charge discarded, did not take any internal food temperatures this morning.
01B-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on shelf above prep area by hot holding. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers in clean dish area with old labels, old label residue. Person in charge began cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored over prepped produce in walk in cooler. Person in charge moved to appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wiping cloth stored on prep table, not in sanitizer. Person in charge moved to appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hardee's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hardee's on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hardee's?
Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hardee's.
How does Hardee's compare to other restaurants in Keystone Heights?
Hardee's most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Keystone Heights average of 82.
Has Hardee's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hardee's have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hardee's means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Hardee's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hardee's is inspected around two times per year on average.
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