HARDEE'S #1500975
266 W BROAD ST, Groveland FL 34736 · 352-429-9377
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
One Live, small flying insect in kitchen at the front line area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
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
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
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
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
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of purple liquid in break area, operator labeled
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -by ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents and light shields soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout the establishment
Equipment in poor repair. -char broiler roller grate
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -under prep sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by fryers and by back door
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. -over charbroiler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -spoon in coffee area, operator removed
Interior of biscuit ovens have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -kitchen by walk in cooler and in cook area
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -kitchen and by triple sink
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
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. -kitchen ceiling is leaking water
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on front line
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -storage room and break area
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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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.
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
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -ice in hand sink at entry to kitchen.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -beside fryers on cook line -biscuit area
Ceiling tile missing near back door
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the establishment.
Drain cover(s) missing in dish area.
Hole in or other damage to wall beside mop,sink.
Hood filters missing /in disrepair from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system over charbroiler
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -cooking area
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
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.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout the establishment.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at hand sink on front line.
Aug 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -panned raw beef patty over panned raw pork patty -raw pork patty in same container as raw chicken patty Both in upright reach in freezer on cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice dispenser at soda machine at drive thru -interior charbroiler
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -1 new employee Erica
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door
Interior of ovens in biscuit making area have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -wall behind breading and slacking station, throughout the kitchen -cabinet door next to fryers
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -pans in dish storage area
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -under holding unit on cook line
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw beef patties over French fries in reach in freezer on cook line. Operator corrected.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior tea basket -interior charbroiler
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. -front lobby
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout the establishment
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near cook line and walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in freezer near cook line -exterior sides of walk in cooler -handle on reach in cabinet by fryers
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -under hot water heater
Aug 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall throughout the establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior fryer cabinets -exterior trash can on back line -interior cabinet on cook line holding single service items -underside of hashbrown warmer -gaskets on walk in cooler door. Exterior walk in cooler door. -side and crevices between by soda machine in lobby.
Aug 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee touched face and beard, put gloves on without washing hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 flying insect in -1 flying insect in cooking area -1 flying insect in back kitchen.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -can of polyurethane on shelf by serving trays in back storage area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -onion slicer in kitchen -tea basket on dish storage rack -interior spray hose -ice dispenser at front soda machine. -storage rack under microwave on cooks line -interior conveyor oven
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -provided Time as a Public Health Control form, operator filled out.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the back interior corners of the ice machine/bin at soda station.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair over front line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the establishment.
Drain cover(s) missing at mop sink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -employees wearing watch while scooping ice, making drinks and packaging food.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door and front door
Floor soiled/has heavy accumulation of debris by soda boxes and under fryers on cook line. Walk in freezer floor soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by mop sink
Hole in or other damage to wall throughout the establishment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by breading station.
In-use pastry scraper stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Interior of oven and microwave have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior fryer cabinets -exterior trash can on back line -interior cabinet on cook line holding single service items -underside of hashbrown warmer -gaskets on walk in cooler door. Exterior walk in cooler door. -side and crevices between by soda machine in lobby.
Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues by cook line.
Feb 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink at triple sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer has residue buildup. Interior of reach in freezer near breading station is soiled. Iced tea holder on front line is soiled. Storage racks underneath microwave on cooks line are soiled. Ice scoop holder is soiled at ice bin. Walk in cooler racks have a residue buildup. Interior of conveyer oven is heavily soiled.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink.Kitchen area.
Ceiling has a hole by the cooks line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled throughout the establishment with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken outside the walk in cooler door.
Holes in wall by triple sink. Space in wall by the dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on front line.
Lights by back door and soda boxes are missing the proper shield, sleeve co
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Standing fan in kitchen area is soiled and dusty. Pans are encrusted with debris on rack by office. Top of conveyor oven has a buildup of residue. Side of walk in cooler door is soiled. Walk in cooler fans are dusty. All equipment needs cleaning.
Feb 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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One Live, small flying insect in kitchen at the front line area
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink at triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Omelette mix 54 f, and sliced cheese on cook line, held less than four hours per operator, transferred to walk in cooler for a quick chill.
Vacuum breaker is not at the correct location on splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer has residue buildup. Interior of reach in freezer near breading station is soiled. Iced tea holder on front line is soiled. Storage racks underneath microwave on cooks line are soiled. Ice scoop holder is soiled at ice bin. Walk in cooler racks have a residue buildup. Interior of conveyer oven is heavily soiled.
Handwash sink in back kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times.Blocked by dust pan.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink.Kitchen area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling has a hole by the cooks line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled throughout the establishment with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken outside the walk in cooler door.
Drain cover(s) missing by triple sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal phone on prep table by biscuit prep area. Cigarettes and lighter on prep table by biscuit prep area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles by back door and mop sink
Holes in wall by triple sink. Space in wall by the dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on front line.
Interior and exterior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Lights by back door and soda boxes are missing the proper shield, sleeve co
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Standing fan in kitchen area is soiled and dusty. Pans are encrusted with debris on rack by office. Top of conveyor oven has a buildup of residue. Side of walk in cooler door is soiled. Walk in cooler fans are dusty. All equipment needs cleaning.
Sanitizer bucket stored next to to-go cups by drive thru area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Clamshell trails stored on floor in back kitchen area.
Wall at the bottom of fryer basket slacking area is soiled with accumulated grease, food debris. Wall by chicken breading station is soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 50f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Manager added ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Conveyor oven.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Drain cover(s) missing. By walk in cooler entrance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -Stored in soiled container.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of cooler to left of fryers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -By fryers. -Under make line.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.