Golden Corral of Palm Bay
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025
70
Score
Going back to 2022, Golden Corral of Palm Bay has 11 inspections in the public record. Golden Corral of Palm Bay was last inspected on Dec 16, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
“Floor area(s) covered with standing water” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Palm Bay restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade has old food debris. Employee cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee placing items into buffet. Employee put on hat **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near dish area and near mop sink. Near servers station **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in Ceiling tile near ice machine
36-36-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen turkey sitting in prep sink. Manager turned on water **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
70
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 16 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Pizza on time plan but no time marking, added mark when questioned. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Baked potatoes in hold holding unit not turned on. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler thermometer not accurate.
05-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind deflector plate.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks in bakery not chained.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling near deep fat fryer solid with grease.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler for meat not operable.
14-74-7
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in mop sink room. Corrective action, started cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean bowls and pans wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Hot holding unit center buffet, torn gasket bottom of lower door. Hot holding unit with red doors has rag used to keep doors closed, food still above 135f hot holding.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor in dish washing area has standing water throughout. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen, grout missing in between tiles.
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall in back hallway has broken covering.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving under buffet line soiled throughout front serving line. Hood filter covers soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Side door doesn't close without force.
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service plates stored on floor and box saturated with fluid in mop sink room. Operator stated he would discard. **Corrective Action Taken**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service trays on buffet line stored not inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Ribs in sink thawing. Ambient temperature. Still frozen Educated **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Grits from Sunday in freezer uncovered. Spices bbq, bourbon, and steak stored on shelf with ripped open bags. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
30
Jun 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In kitchen
36-22-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's and women's bathroom Sent operator signs **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
74
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Jul 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
61
Apr 10, 2024
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
90
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature; Raw chicken over raw pork in meat walk-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing blue liquid not labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tiles and vent soiled with accumulated dust in buffet area
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Raw chicken stored in undrained ice next to fry station. Operator stated that he has ordered a lid for station and will put ice under pans of chicken. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-31-4
Basic - Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up in the bakery area **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Water leaking from broken handle on hand wash sink next to chicken station.
29-11-4
61
Jun 12, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
43
Apr 12, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board meat room
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Bakery **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dishwasher area **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris floor walk in freezer Grease buildup behind ovens
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Large serving area Kitchen
21-38-4
67
Sep 8, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Mashed potatoes 115f hot holding
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. By ice machine **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in meat walk in cooler
31B-03-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted Wait station by ice cream **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green boards salad area
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dishwasher area **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Bakery area
51-11-4
55
Aug 23, 2022
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk walk in cooler
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Serve steaks med rare Inspector sent advisory **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dishwasher area **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
10-14-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Pizza crust and cookie dough walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Golden Corral of Palm Bay last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Golden Corral of Palm Bay on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Golden Corral of Palm Bay?
Across the inspection record, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Golden Corral of Palm Bay.
How does Golden Corral of Palm Bay compare to other restaurants in Palm Bay?
Golden Corral of Palm Bay most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Palm Bay average of 76.
Has Golden Corral of Palm Bay's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Golden Corral of Palm Bay have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Golden Corral of Palm Bay means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Golden Corral of Palm Bay inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Golden Corral of Palm Bay is inspected around three times per year on average.
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