Hardee's Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
90
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Hardee's Restaurant stretching back to 2022. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up two times.
Hardee's Restaurant's latest score of 90 falls below the Quincy average of 94. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in freezer on floor and storage rack under cooling unit.
14-69-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple kitchen ceiling tiles above prep and kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
90
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Shift manager does not know where any employee training is located. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee did not wash hands and change gloves after performing multiple tasks: using bump pad, grabbing cooked chicken, biscuits, and cooked eggs.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Egg shell in hand sink by breading table in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen walls located in kitchen area has grease debris build up. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above service area in kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents food/grease build up.
36-34-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups lids in dispenser not covered by take out window.
25-05-4
58
Dec 6, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
47
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Sep 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Dec 6, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of oil on the floor by the fryers. Observed the manager remove the case of oil from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed a wet mop by the mop area not hung up to dry after usage. Observed the manager hang the wet mop up to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface located by the hand washing sink.
14-33-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed ridges on the floor of the walk-in freezer which makes the floor not smooth and easily cleanable.
36-11-4
82
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand washing sink located in the kitchen across from the grill. Observed the operator place paper towels at the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed a ceiling tile missing above the exit door located in the kitchen by the dry storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed Floors not maintained smooth and Mop sink missing tiles and walk-in freezer floor has ridges that impede proper cleaning.
36-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed a wet mop on the floor located in the hallway entrance to the kitchen. Observed the manager remove the wet mop from the floor and hung it up to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hardee's Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hardee's Restaurant on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hardee's Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hardee's Restaurant.
How does Hardee's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Quincy?
Hardee's Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Quincy average of 94.
Has Hardee's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Hardee's Restaurant have averaged around three 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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