Hardee's Restaurant

342 Shinn Boulevard, Lake Alfred, FL 33850
American
Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Hardee's Restaurant has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 9, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in walk-in freezer”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Lake Alfred average 89, so Hardee's Restaurant trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of pickles in walk in cooler, shift lead removed pickles from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed in rear of unit on floor.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled withfood debris. Observed gaskets in reach in freezer on cook line.
23-03-4
86
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed paper cup in hand sink next to 3-compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink next to coffee maker.
29-11-4
86
Aug 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door.
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic lids in customer service area.
25-05-4
90
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over soft drink dispensing system.
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris in sliding door of reach in freezer for beef patties.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 3 mops in mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hardee's Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hardee's Restaurant on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hardee's Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hardee's Restaurant.

How does Hardee's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Lake Alfred?

Hardee's Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Alfred average of 89.

Has Hardee's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hardee's Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hardee's Restaurant 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 Hardee's Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hardee's Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.