New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto

Last inspected:

1429 8 Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221
Overview

New King Buffet USA Inc in Palmetto has accumulated 303 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,800 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of recurring violations in food contact surface handling, consumer advisories, and hand washing practices, with March 2026 inspections documenting 5 high-priority violations followed by compliance on callback.

Most recent closure: June 5, 2019 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
303Violations
2Closures
$1,800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto: Comparison to Manatee County Averages

This Facility 9.5 violations / inspection 9.5 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg 4.78 violations / inspection 4.78 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Manatee County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 09:58:00
Roach activity 08:27:00

New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,800.00

Disciplinary action history for New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2019029777 $800.00 Jun 5, 2019 Miami (Doral)
7--2018062401 $200.00 Nov 19, 2018 Miami (Doral)
7--2015003883 $800.00 Jan 22, 2015 Miami (Doral)

New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection15 violations · 11 high priority
— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections36 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections43 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto: Frequently Asked Questions

When was New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto last inspected?
New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto last shut down?
New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto was last shut down on June 5, 2019 for 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 New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto?
The most frequently cited violations at New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto had?
New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto find?
New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto ever been shut down?
Yes, New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
How much has New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto been fined?
New King Buffet Usa INC in Palmetto has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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