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
20 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs over liquid pasteurized eggs in walk in cooler shelves
03F-01-5High 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. -lettuce, tomato and cheese on cook line time began at 7:25am, time marked to discard was 3pm, educated operator, changed time to 11:25 **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 4
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice dispenser at soda machine in dining area -interior reach in freezer on cook line
53B-02-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Denise
41-17-4Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of purple liquid in break area, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
29-28-4Intermediate – Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -by ice machine
Basic 14
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents and light shields soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout the establishment **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. -char broiler roller grate
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -under prep sink
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by fryers and by back door
14-42-4Basic – Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. -over charbroiler **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -spoon in coffee area, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4Basic – Interior of biscuit ovens have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
38-01-4Basic – Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -kitchen by walk in cooler and in cook area
33-38-4Basic – No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -kitchen and by triple sink
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior side and top of char broiler -shelf under prep table in kitchen -filters over char broiler -floor soiled in break room
35B-12-4Basic – Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. -kitchen ceiling is leaking water
29-49-6Basic – Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on front line
33-34-4Basic – Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -storage room and break area
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 1:45 AM.
Violation category totals
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 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.