HARDEE'S #1500975
266 W BROAD ST · GROVELAND · Lake County · FL 34736
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
Counts reported for this inspection visit.
All DBPR Inspector Observations
16 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
08A-13-5High Priority – Raw animal food stored in top portion of reach in freezer over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of reach in freezer- no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. -panned raw burger patties over fries in upright reach in freezer separated by a wire shelf. Operator placed panned burgers on sheet tray. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 3
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of ice machine -interior of reach in coolers in biscuit area-interior of charbroiler
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -ice in hand sink at entry to kitchen.
27-16-4Intermediate – Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.-hot water turned off at hand sink on front line. Operator turned on. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic 12
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -beside fryers on cook line -biscuit area
36-36-4Basic – Ceiling tile missing near back door
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4Basic – Drain cover(s) missing in dish area.
36-24-5Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall beside mop,sink.
14-42-4Basic – Hood filters missing /in disrepair from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system over charbroiler
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
38-07-4Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -cooking area
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in coolers, freezers and walk in cooler -exterior of charbroiler is heavily soiled -sides of flat top grill have residue buildup
21-44-1Basic – Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -stored over biscuits in kitchen and next to open box of tea bags on front line. Operator moved buckets to a bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout the establishment.
29-11-4Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at hand sink on front line.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 14, 2026 12:26 AM.
Violation category totals
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
4 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.