Hardee's Restaurant

4652 E Lafayette St, Marianna, FL 32446

American

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Hardee's Restaurant seven times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Marianna restaurants (averaging 93), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Aug 1, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

May 19, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Manager removed ice scoop and took to dish area for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-12-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 2 wet mops stored inside of mop sink. Manager hung mops to dry at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Oct 2, 2024

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on non-chemical side of mop sink splitter.

29-34-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over juice in reach-in cooler in drive thru area. Also observed raw shell eggs stored over pasteurized liquid eggs in walk-in cooler. Manager moved eggs to another shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flattop cooler: liquid eggs 55F per employee placed in reach in less than one hour, re-temped at 43F. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. Observed make table items placed out on time at 10:15am marked for 3:00pm. Manager corrected time to 2:45pm at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

03F-01-5

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no current manager certificate provided for LaTangela Thornton.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed drive-thru soda dispenser with accumulation of black and green mold like substance.

22-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license.

50-09-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of gravy mix, buffalo ranch sauce, fryer oil, and chocolate syrup stored on floor. Per manager, truck delivered items at approximately 10:00pm last night. Manager moved items to storage shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of napkins, cups, and plastic cutlery stored on floor. Per manager, truck delivered items at approximately 10:00pm last night. Manager moved items to storage shelves. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside of biscuit reach-in cooler.

29-49-6

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in top of mop bucket. Manager hung mop up to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

42-01-4

Nov 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink with ice in it used as dump sink in back kitchen area next to three compartment sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soda box stored on floor next to drink storage rack in back storage area.

08B-38-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop sink not hung to dry properly.

42-01-4

Jul 25, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soda boxes stored on floor next to machine. Manager had employee place in proper storage area. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not covered for protection.

25-06-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop by mop sink not hung to dry properly.

42-01-4

May 3, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hardee's Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hardee's Restaurant on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Hardee's Restaurant.

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

Hardee's Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Marianna average of 93.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Hardee's Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the 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 three times per year on average.

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