GOLD GARDEN
101 NEW MARKET RD W, Immokalee FL 34142 · 786-521-0618
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021023577 | Apr 14, 2021 | Jun 9, 2021 | $760 |
| 7--2018054648 | Sep 17, 2018 | Nov 14, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken, cooked shrimp, cooked pork, raw beef in walk in cooler prepared over 24 hours according to operator, no date marking.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling in rear prep kitchen unfinished with exposed metal beams.
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Observed employee making cream cheese rangoons in the dining area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled on cook line around deep fryers.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on walk in cooler and freezer soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust in shelves in 3 door glass cooler in the prep kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in the prep area.
Oct 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling in rear prep kitchen unfinished with exposed metal beams.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled on cook line around deep fryers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust in shelves in 3 door glass cooler in the prep kitchen area.
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked chicken. Operator moved raw chicken.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all food in bulk containers in the walk in cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown substance in the interior bin of the ice machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling in rear prep kitchen unfinished with exposed metal beams.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled on cook line around deep fryers and throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on reach in cooler door gaskets.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed some rusting on shelves in reach in and walk in coolers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in kitchen area.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all food in bulk containers in the walk in cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown substance in the interior bin of the ice machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling in rear prep kitchen unfinished with exposed metal beam, it is a really high kitchen ceiling.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled on cook line around deep fryers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed building up of food debris on reach in cooler door gaskets.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed some rusting on shelves in reach in and walk in coolers.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handlers cards not all current.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown slime like substance in the interior bin of the ice machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling in rear prep kitchen unfinished with exposed metal beam, very high ceiling.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled around prep sink in rear prep kitchen area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.the walk in cooler. Operator moved to the shelf.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed some rusting on shelves in reach in and walk in coolers.
Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Observed generator and propane tanks stored in rear storage room inside the rear storage area of the building.
Oct 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink on front cook line blocked by metal cart.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed container of 5w-30 motor oil on shelf above flour and sugar in dry storage area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine bin with black mold like substance.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on door to reach in cooler, and walk in cooler and door handles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Co2 tank at front counter not secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable in kitchen and rear prep kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under/ next to 3 compartment sink and between fryer and reach in cooler in front kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler shelves with build up of dirt/mold like substance.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed gaps in either side of garage door leading into rear prep kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves and bottom shelves heavy soiled in all glass door units in front kitchen and back kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in standing water at 28F operator turned on faucet to slowly thaw.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rust pitted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall in front kitchen soiled next tom3 compartment sink.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.