How many health inspections has GOLDEN CORRAL had?

GOLDEN CORRAL has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GOLDEN CORRAL ever been shut down?

No, GOLDEN CORRAL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at GOLDEN CORRAL?

The most frequently cited violations at GOLDEN CORRAL are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.

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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

GOLDEN CORRAL

6855 GALL BLVD., Zephyrhills, FL 33541

Pasco County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: TUT, INC. · License: SEA6112848

GOLDEN CORRAL in Zephyrhills, FL has 21 inspections on record with 111 total violations (5.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

111Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 26, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Feb 26, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

Dec 12, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

May 16, 2023 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

May 15, 2023 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jan 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 25, 2021 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Aug 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 8, 2016 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

How Does This Facility Compare?

GOLDEN CORRAL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Pasco County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.38.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has GOLDEN CORRAL had?: GOLDEN CORRAL has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has GOLDEN CORRAL ever been shut down?: No, GOLDEN CORRAL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at GOLDEN CORRAL?: The most frequently cited violations at GOLDEN CORRAL are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.

Nearby Establishments

QUALITY INN

6815 GALL BLVD, Zephyrhills

14 inspections · 28 violations

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

ROYAL BUFFET

37915 EILAND BLVD, Zephyrhills

41 inspections · 576 violations · 7 closures

Last inspected: May 20, 2025

PLAZA MEXICO RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL

38361 COUNTY RD 54 E, Zephyrhills

25 inspections · 160 violations

Last inspected: Apr 30, 2025

DAIRY QUEEN OF ZEPHYRHILLS

37930 MEDICAL ARTS CT, Zephyrhills

11 inspections · 53 violations

Last inspected: Jul 22, 2024

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.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: February 26, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with GOLDEN CORRAL.