How many health inspections has GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE had?

GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE ever been shut down?

No, GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE?

The most frequently cited violations at GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE are: Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal, Toxic substance control.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE

1451 TAMIAMI TRL, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Charlotte County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GCPG INC · License: SEA1800831

GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE in Punta Gorda, FL has 24 inspections on record with 128 total violations (5.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

128Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 5, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Mar 5, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Nov 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 1, 2024 — Complaint Full· 14 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 18, 2024 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jan 16, 2024 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 8, 2023 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Aug 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 28, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 8, 2021 — Complaint Full· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 11, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 20, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Nov 20, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

Feb 16, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Sep 9, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Mar 2, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Oct 8, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 8, 2018 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 29, 2017 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Jul 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 23, 2016 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 9, 2016 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 28, 2016 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 15, 2016 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

How Does This Facility Compare?

GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Charlotte County average of 0.06 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.97.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE had?: GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE ever been shut down?: No, GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE?: The most frequently cited violations at GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE are: Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal, Toxic substance control.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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