Hardee's

112 Elm St, Lincolnton, GA 30817

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Hardee's, the earliest from 2024. On Apr 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 92, which Hardee's 82 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed prep cooler cabinet not able to maintain adequate temperature CA: ensure CH units can keep food at or below 41

511-6-1.05(3)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed burger broiler with significant buildup CA: ensure equipment is properly cleaned

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed walls and ceilings with significant dust/debris buildup CA: ensure walls and ceilings are cleaned

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Sep 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooler in prep area temping ~50F, cooler settings read 63F. CA: ensure all cold holding units can hold food at or below 41F COS: food moved to WIC

511-6-1.05(3)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed multiple equipment; microwave, burger broiler, CH unit handles with significant buildup and food debris CA: ensure all equipment is cleaned thoroughly

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed mops stored with mop head on floor CA: store mop heads hanging to dry

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed floors with debris and standing water, walls and ceilings with substantial dust CA: clean all surfaces effectively and often

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed employee prepping food with watch on wrist CA: no wristwear can be worn by food handling employees

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Mar 19, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed multiple food-contact surfaces; microwave, grill, hood vents, fryers; with significant buildup, in need of cleaning CA: clean/scrub all cooking/prep surfaces thoroughly and often

511-6-1.05(7)(c)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed equipment adjacent to prep areas with food buildup CA: clean all used equipment frequently

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed mop heads stored head-down on floor; mop sink area cluttered CA: store mops hanging or inverted to dry; clean mop sink area

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

Mar 11, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer not coming out of the nozzle in the 3-compartment sink. C/a fix the dispenser. COS - employees were instructed to manually add sanitizer

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed microwave with significant build-up throughout. C/a Clean thoroughly and increase cleaning frequency.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed incorrect inspection posted. Grade of 99 was posted when grade of 91 was most recent. C/a post correct inspection.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed packages of soda contents with nozzles with black, stick, and gray build up. C/a Clean thoroughly, increase cleaning frequency.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed mops sitting with the mop head down in the rear of the kitchen. C/a Store mops with the mop head up, off the ground.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hardee's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hardee's on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hardee's?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hardee's.

How does Hardee's compare to other restaurants in Lincolnton?

Hardee's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lincolnton average of 92.

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 low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hardee's 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 inspected?

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

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