Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay

Last inspected:

880 Palm Bay Rd Ne, Palm Bay, FL 32905

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

Overview

Golden Corral of Palm Bay has accumulated 442 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.3 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for flies and roach and rodent activity. Recent enforcement activity intensified in October 2025 when inspectors issued an emergency order citing 19 violations, followed by a callback inspection that found 13 additional violations. Top recurring issues include improper ventilation, inadequate cooking temperatures, and food contact surface violations.

Most recent closure: October 14, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

41Inspections
459Violations
2Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 11.2 violations / inspection 11.2 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg 5.89 violations / inspection 5.89 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Brevard County Avg 0.17 closures / facility 0.17 county average

Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 15:24:00
Flies 12:39:00

Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections42 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 4 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections38 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections33 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay last inspected?
Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay last shut down?
Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay was last shut down on October 14, 2025 for roach & rodent 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 of Palm Bay in Palm Bay?
The most frequently cited violations at Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay are: Proper ventilation, Proper cooking temps, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay had?
Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay find?
Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay was most recently inspected on September 11, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay ever been shut down?
Yes, Golden Corral of Palm Bay in Palm Bay has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
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.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.

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