Golden Corral

1318 N Cooper Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85233
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Golden Corral stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Among Gilbert restaurants, the typical score is 96; Golden Corral is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed dust buildup on top of light rods above food and plates in the serving line. Please maintain clean to prevent contamination of food
6-501.12
95
Sep 17, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed refrigerator containing raw chicken and fish with an ambient temperature of 47.6*F when measured with a min/max thermometer. All meat was moved to walk-in cooler at time of inspection. All cold holding units must maintain ambient temperatures of 41*F and below. A re-inspection will be conducted by 9/23/24
4-301.11
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Golden Corral last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Golden Corral on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Golden Corral compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Golden Corral most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Golden Corral's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Golden Corral have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Golden Corral means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Golden Corral inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Golden Corral is inspected around four times per year on average.