Golden Chick in Panama City
Last inspected:
3710 Hwy 98, Panama City, FL 32401Golden Chick in Panama City has accumulated 132 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show one fire safety violation in 2022 for a portable fire extinguisher in the recharge zone. Two disciplinary actions resulted in $800 in total fines. The most frequently cited violations involve chemical storage, outer opening protection, and clean multi-use utensil practices.
Most recent closure: February 18, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Golden Chick in Panama City: Comparison to Bay County Averages
This Facility
3.8
violations / inspection
3.8 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg
3.13
violations / inspection
3.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Bay County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Golden Chick in Panama City: Emergency Closure History (1)
Golden Chick in Panama City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019031693 | $400.00 | May 22, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 6--2019009637 | $400.00 | Feb 18, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Golden Chick in Panama City: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher in dish area in recharge zone.
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.
Golden Chick in Panama City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 12 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Golden Chick in Panama City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Golden Chick in Panama City last inspected?
- Golden Chick in Panama City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Golden Chick in Panama City last shut down?
- Golden Chick in Panama City was last shut down on February 18, 2019 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 Chick in Panama City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Golden Chick in Panama City are: Chemical properly stored, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Golden Chick in Panama City had?
- Golden Chick in Panama City has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Golden Chick in Panama City find?
- Golden Chick in Panama City was most recently inspected on May 8, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Golden Chick in Panama City ever been shut down?
- Yes, Golden Chick in Panama City has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Golden Chick in Panama City had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Golden Chick in Panama City has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Golden Chick in Panama City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Golden Chick in Panama City has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Golden Chick in Panama City been fined?
- Golden Chick in Panama City has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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