Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
4690 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33966Part of: Golden Corral Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers has accumulated 139 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity in 2022 and has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Proper ventilation violations (23 citations) and employee health reporting failures (13 citations) are the facility's most persistent compliance issues. Recent inspections from 2024 onward show continued violations, with the March 2026 inspection documenting four violations including one high-priority item.
Most recent closure: April 5, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
4.3
violations / inspection
4.3 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers: Emergency Closure History (1)
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022017883 | $400.00 | Apr 5, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers last shut down?
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers was last shut down on April 5, 2022 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers had?
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers find?
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- Yes, Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers been fined?
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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