Golden Corral — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records
Golden Corral locations fail inspections 34% of the time — below the Florida state average of 14.3%.
Golden Corral operates 32 food establishments across Florida with 960 inspections on record. 1 locations were shut down in the past 12 months. The pass rate is 65.6%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 6.2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Golden Corral in Royal Palm Beach, shut down July 8, 2026 for fly activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Golden Corral in Royal Palm Beach on July 5, 2019.
Summary based on Florida DBPR public inspection records. Updated September 2026.
Golden Corral: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Golden Corral
65.6%
Pass Rate
65.6%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Golden Corral
6.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Golden Corral
3.13
Closures per 100 Locations
3.13
Florida Average
2.14
Closures per 100 Locations
2.14
Golden Corral: Recent Restaurant Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Corral | Royal Palm Beach | Fly activity | |
| Golden Corral of Palm Bay | Palm Bay | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Golden Corral #842 | Brandon | Roach & fly activity | |
| Golden Corral #842 | Brandon | Roach & fly activity | |
| Golden Corral of Okeechobee | Okeechobee | Rodent activity | |
| Golden Corral Grill and Buffet | Port Saint Lucie | Sewage back up | |
| Golden Corral Buffet & Grill | Fort Myers | Roach activity | |
| Golden Corral | Boynton Beach | Roach activity | |
| Golden Corral of Palm Bay | Palm Bay | Flies | |
| Golden Corral | Ocala | Roach activity |
Golden Corral: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Corral | Port Richey | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Golden Corral of Okeechobee | Okeechobee | 6 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Golden Corral | Orlando | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Golden Corral | Ocala | 24 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Golden Corral #734 | Tallahassee | 6 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road | Jacksonville | 12 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Golden Corral 668 | Pensacola | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Golden Corral | Zephyrhills | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Golden Corral | Port Richey | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Golden Corral #871 | Bradenton | 2 | Call Back - Complied |
Golden Corral: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 571 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 376 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 375 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 336 |
| 29 | Proper sewage disposal | 268 |
Golden Corral: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | City | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 2019 | Golden Corral | Royal Palm Beach | $800 | 2--2019029755 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Golden Corral | Royal Palm Beach | $800 | 2--2026048782 |
| Dec 11, 2024 | Golden Corral #842 | Brandon | $800 | 3--2024066287 |
| Feb 1, 2018 | Golden Corral | Royal Palm Beach | $400 | 2--2017057904 |
| Jan 11, 2019 | Golden Corral | Spring Hill | $400 | 3--2018055361 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Golden Corral | Royal Palm Beach | $400 | 2--2026016683 |
| Jul 24, 2019 | Golden Corral | Ocala | $400 | 5--2019032421 |
| May 25, 2022 | Golden Corral Buffet & Grill | Fort Myers | $400 | 7--2022017883 |
| Oct 20, 2016 | Golden Corral | Lakeland | $400 | 3--2016043159 |
| May 21, 2024 | Golden Corral of the Villages | The Villages | $400 | 3--2024023349 |
Golden Corral: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 21 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 8 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 6 |
| Other fire safety violation | 4 |
Golden Corral: Notable Locations
Golden Corral
60 inspections
309 violations
3 closures
Golden Corral of Palm Bay
39 inspections
442 violations
2 closures
Golden Corral #842
43 inspections
366 violations
2 closures
Golden Corral
41 inspections
184 violations
1 closures
Golden Corral
12 inspections
58 violations
Golden Corral of Okeechobee
31 inspections
227 violations
1 closures
Golden Corral: Locations by City
| City | Locations | Avg Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 2 | 6.67 | 0 |
| Kissimmee | 2 | 4.75 | 0 |
| Orlando | 2 | 5.75 | 0 |
| Boynton Beach | 1 | 4.49 | 1 |
| Bradenton | 1 | 6.97 | 0 |
| Brandon | 1 | 8.51 | 2 |
| Eustis | 1 | 8.57 | 0 |
| Florida City | 1 | 9.17 | 1 |
| Fort Myers | 1 | 4.76 | 1 |
| Fort Pierce | 1 | 6.69 | 0 |
| Fort Walton Beach | 1 | 3.36 | 0 |
| Hialeah | 1 | 7.07 | 0 |
| Lakeland | 1 | 4.72 | 1 |
| Ocala | 1 | 6.84 | 1 |
| Okeechobee | 1 | 7.32 | 1 |
| Orange Park | 1 | 8.39 | 0 |
| Palm Bay | 1 | 11.33 | 2 |
| Panama City | 1 | 4.42 | 0 |
| Pensacola | 1 | 4.58 | 0 |
| Port Richey | 1 | 4.83 | 0 |
| Port Saint Lucie | 1 | 9.75 | 1 |
| Punta Gorda | 1 | 5.33 | 0 |
| Royal Palm Beach | 1 | 5.15 | 3 |
| Spring Hill | 1 | 6.17 | 1 |
| Tallahassee | 1 | 5.97 | 0 |
| Tampa | 1 | 4.17 | 0 |
| The Villages | 1 | 7.38 | 0 |
| Winter Haven | 1 | 4.38 | 0 |
| Zephyrhills | 1 | 5.00 | 0 |
Golden Corral: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Golden Corral locations are in Florida?
- Golden Corral has 32 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is Golden Corral's health inspection pass rate in Florida?
- Golden Corral has a pass rate of 65.6% across all Florida locations, which is 20.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%.
- How many Golden Corral locations were shut down in Florida this year?
- 1 Golden Corral locations in Florida were shut down by health inspectors in the past 12 months.
- What are the most common health violations at Golden Corral in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violations at Golden Corral locations in Florida are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- Which Florida city has the most Golden Corral locations?
- Jacksonville has the most Golden Corral locations in Florida with 2 establishments.
- What was the most recent Golden Corral closure in Florida?
- Golden Corral in Royal Palm Beach was shut down on July 8, 2026 for fly activity.
- How does Golden Corral compare to the Florida state average?
- Golden Corral has a pass rate of 65.6%, which is 20.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 6.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How much in fines has Golden Corral been assessed in Florida?
- Golden Corral locations in Florida have been assessed $8,850 in fines across 24 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $369 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations has Golden Corral had in Florida?
- 39 fire safety violations have been documented across 11 Golden Corral locations in Florida. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
- How often are Golden Corral locations inspected in Florida?
- Golden Corral locations in Florida have an average of 30 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
Golden Corral: All Florida Locations (32)
Golden Corral 1 closure184 violations
389 Winchester Park Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33436
41 inspections · 184 violations · Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026Golden Corral #871 230 violations
5525 W Cortez Rd, Bradenton, FL 34210
33 inspections · 230 violations · Last inspected: Aug 11, 2026Golden Corral #842 2 closures366 violations
815 Providence Rd, Brandon, FL 33511
43 inspections · 366 violations · Last inspected: Jul 8, 2026Golden Corral 197 violations
15810 Us Hwy 441, Eustis, FL 32726
23 inspections · 197 violations · Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026Golden Corral 1 closure275 violations
33525 S Dixie Hwy, Florida City, FL 33034
30 inspections · 275 violations · Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026Golden Corral Buffet & Grill 1 closure162 violations
4690 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33966
34 inspections · 162 violations · Last inspected: Jun 22, 2026Golden Corral Buffet and Grill Restaurant 214 violations
5091 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
32 inspections · 214 violations · Last inspected: Jul 29, 2026Golden Corral 74 violations
414 a Mary Esther Cutoff, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
22 inspections · 74 violations · Last inspected: May 21, 2026Golden Corral 99 violations
1734 W 49 St, Hialeah, FL 33012
14 inspections · 99 violations · Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road 228 violations
9070 Merrill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
33 inspections · 228 violations · Last inspected: Aug 21, 2026Golden Corral Z2661 212 violations
1201 Memorial Park Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32205
33 inspections · 212 violations · Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025Golden Corral 112 violations
2701 W Vine St, Kissimmee, FL 34741
21 inspections · 112 violations · Last inspected: Aug 3, 2026Golden Corral 96 violations
6077 W Irlo Bronson Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34747
23 inspections · 96 violations · Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026Golden Corral 1 closure184 violations
4705 Us Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809
39 inspections · 184 violations · Last inspected: Jun 29, 2026Golden Corral 1 closure260 violations
2111 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
38 inspections · 260 violations · Last inspected: Aug 25, 2026Golden Corral of Okeechobee 1 closure227 violations
700 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34974
31 inspections · 227 violations · Last inspected: Aug 31, 2026Golden Corral 319 violations
582 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 32073
38 inspections · 319 violations · Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026Golden Corral Steak Buffet Bak 157 violations
8707 Vineland Ave, Orlando, FL 32821
23 inspections · 157 violations · Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026Golden Corral 117 violations
8032 International Dr, Orlando, FL 328199311
25 inspections · 117 violations · Last inspected: Aug 27, 2026Golden Corral of Palm Bay 2 closures442 violations
880 Palm Bay Rd Ne, Palm Bay, FL 32905
39 inspections · 442 violations · Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025
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