Golden Corral in Lakeland
Last inspected:
4705 Us Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Part of: Golden Corral Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Golden Corral in Lakeland has accumulated 182 violations across 38 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once due to rain contaminating food and food contact surfaces. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation (26 times), consumer advisory failures (22 times), and improper cooking temperatures (15 times). Recent enforcement activity shows a warning issued in August 2025 followed by a callback inspection in early September that initially found one high-priority violation before achieving compliance.
Most recent closure: August 31, 2016 for rain contaminating food and food contact surfaces.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Golden Corral in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Golden Corral in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Golden Corral in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016043159 | $400.00 | Aug 31, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Golden Corral in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 5 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 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· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Golden Corral in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Golden Corral in Lakeland last inspected?
- Golden Corral in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 4, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Golden Corral in Lakeland last shut down?
- Golden Corral in Lakeland was last shut down on August 31, 2016 for rain contaminating food and food contact surfaces. 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 in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Golden Corral in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper cooking temps.
- How many health inspections has Golden Corral in Lakeland had?
- Golden Corral in Lakeland has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Golden Corral in Lakeland find?
- Golden Corral in Lakeland was most recently inspected on September 4, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Golden Corral in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Golden Corral in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Golden Corral in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Golden Corral in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Golden Corral in Lakeland been fined?
- Golden Corral in Lakeland 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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