What are the most common violations at Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville?

The most frequently cited violations at Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Food contact surfaces.

How many health inspections has Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville had?

Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville find?

Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.

Has Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville ever been shut down?

No, Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.

What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?

Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.

Has Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville operated under other names?

Yes, this location previously operated as: Golden Corral Steak & Buffets #632 (2017).

Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville

Last inspected: February 3, 2026

9070 Merrill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225

Duval County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Union Fire LLC
DBPR License: SEA2612199
Previously: Golden Corral Steak & Buffets #632 (2017)

Part of: Golden Corral Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Golden Corral #632 in Jacksonville has accumulated 216 violations across 32 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but has faced repeated enforcement actions, including an administrative complaint recommended in November 2024 and again in September 2025. Fire safety records document five violations, including a fire extinguisher with a pulled pin and expired boiler certificates cited multiple times across the facility's operation. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, sewage disposal, and chemical storage.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections

216Violations

0Closures

4Fire

Last inspected DBPR: February 3, 2026

Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 6.8 violations / inspection 6.8 violations per inspection

Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Golden Corral #632 Merrill Road in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)

2022 — 1 fire violation

Feb 24, 2022 — Routine - Food · 45-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: No portable fire extinguisher present. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher near rear ice machine has gauge in red with pin pulled.

Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

2020 — 1 fire violation

Jan 6, 2020 — Complaint Full · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired 11/18/19. Manager called for inspection to be made. **Corrective Action Taken**

Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.

2019 — 1 fire violation

Jun 18, 2019 — Complaint Full · 48-02-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Insurance inspector boiler report not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.

Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure or high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.

2017 — 1 fire violation

Jul 18, 2017 — Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired 1/9/17. Manager made phone call to get boiler certificate updated. **Corrective Action Taken**