GOLDEN CORRAL #871
5525 W CORTEZ RD, Bradenton FL 34210 · 941.761.0872
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on their dish machine. Operator disposed of it and sanitized the area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025035197 | Apr 3, 2025 | May 29, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2016022879 | Apr 14, 2016 | May 19, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed debris buildup on multiple ceiling vents in the establishment.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in their ware washing area.
Aug 10, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the pork.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on their dish machine. Operator disposed of it and sanitized the area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed debris buildup on multiple ceiling vents in the establishment.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on the floor next to their hot buffet prep hand sink. Operator disposed of it and sanitized the area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in their ware washing area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign by the ware washing hand sink. Operator placed a new one there.
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting board throughout kitchen with grooves and cut marks.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stainless pan on clean dish rack not properly air dried. Operator removed pans.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed lower shelf in cashier area with bloated peeling surface.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing tile along wall behind utility sink in salad prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed krab being thawed in standing water. Operator removed packages and placed in walk-in cooler.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef and broccoli casserole on speed rack in food preparation cooler. Operator stated casserole had been prepped at approximately 8:00am. Operator voluntarily discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef and broccoli casserole on speed rack in food preparation cooler. Operator stated casserole had been prepped at approximately 8:00am. Operator voluntarily discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bourbon chicken on hot line at 126F. Operator stated the beef had been there for approximate 45 minutes. Operator placed chicken on grill to reheat to 165F.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in meat preparation room in back corner under sink. Operator removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nest on clear containers in dish area on shelf. Operator had employees remove container to wash and sanitize and properly air dry.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food labels on clean dishes in dish area. Operator had employees remove label and rewash and sanitize containers.
Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Basa fish in walk-in prep cooler at 46F, operator stated fish had been prepped approximately 3 hours earlier. Operator put speed rack into walk-in freezer to rapidly bring down temperature. Observed beef roast in walk-in prep cooler at 46F, operator stated beef roast had been made approximately 3 hour earlier. Operator placed spend rack into walk-in freezer to rapidly bring down temperature.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen and food preparation areas with soil and grease.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees bottled water in reach-in food preparation cooler at salad bar. Operator removed bottled water.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clear container in dish area.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed clear containers in dish washing area with cracked bottom. Operator removed container for disposals.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of ice-cream cones on the floor in the ice area. Operator moved case of ice cream cones to shelf.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in meat room walk-in cooler. Operator placed ambient thermometer in cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food labels on clear containers in dish machine area.
May 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk at 46F, ribs at 44F. Operator stated milk had just been delivered and ribs had been prepped approximately 1 hour previously. Operator stated that door had been open for repair. Operator turned down cooler temp to bring down the temperature of products faster.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on food preparation table in fryer area. Employee removed beverage.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed multiple mop in dish area not hung to dry. Operator hung mops.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on floor in fryer area. Operator moved sanitizer off the floor.
Apr 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing pieces of floor tile in front of dish machine area.
Apr 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent dropping in dry seasoning area across from back exit door. Observed approximately 3 rodent droppings in water heater room along wall next to water softener tanks. And approximately 2 along wall next to electrical panels.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 on bottom shelf in meat cutting room near seasonings. Operator removed can of WD-40.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no temperature measuring device for high temperature dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in dish area soiled.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches in back grill area along wall next to four burner stove.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in kitchen next to soda syrup.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled and accumulation of debris in back corner of server area next to ice machine.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing pieces of floor tile in front of dish machine area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in server area in dining room next to ice machine approximately 3' x 2' area of missing wall tile.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employees must wash hand sign in men's bathroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 6 bags of chicken part in sink in meat cutting room at 57F. Operator stated that the chicken was in the process of thawing and being prepped, but the person went on break. Operator placed chicken back in cooler with ice to bring temperature back down with bags of ice on top to rapidly bring temper back down. Employee stated the chicken had been out approximately 30 minutes.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at their buffet grill cooler: Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Beef (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed more ice and surrounded the product.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no device available to test their high temp dish machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed the top of the dish machine with debris build up.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed the coffee filters at the server stations not properly stored when not in use. Operator placed these in their bags.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed the general walk in coolers fan covers with debris buildup.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed multiple buckets of wash cloth sanitizer stored on the floor of the establishment. Operator placed these buckets off the floor.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink in salad area. Operator replaced hand towels.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing wall tiles at waitstaff area in dining room next to ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed floor under grill station has excessive soil. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packaged imitation krab being thawed in standing water. Educated operator on proper thawing. Operator turned on cold water to thaw correctly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels on food prep table. Operator placed wet towels in sanitizer bucket.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Observed sanitizer bucket in meat room at 0ppms. Observed sanitizer dispenser in meat room not working properly. Operator discontinued use and instructed employees to obtain sanitizer from dish area.
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed dishwasher rinse hands in sanitizer bucket and touched clean dishes. Explained to employee that she must use proper hand washing sink in between dirty and clean dishes.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing station in kitchen near entrance door. Operator filled soap container.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles in kitchen area near handwashing station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime dust. Observed cabinet under grill station soiled. Explained to manager about soiled cabinet. Manager will have employee clean up cabinet at end of shift.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single use container upright. Talked to manager and will invert the single serve containers.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.Observed no boiler certification or inspection.
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employees handled dirty dishes then clean dishes without washing their hands. Employee re-washed the dishes and washed their hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw sausage stored over raw bacon in walk-in cooler #3. Manager removed the sausage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of the waffle makers stored on the clean pot and pan rack soiled. Manager removed the waffle makers to be sanitized.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Interior of the ice machine and interior of the door on the ice machine soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Exterior of the meat grinder rusted.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in the floor in the dishwasher.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in the fryer area and under the equipment in the buffet line soiled.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. 1 hood filter missing on the exhaust hood in the fryer area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe under the three compartment sink in the dishwasher area broken and leaking water onto the floor.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided to operator. Operator signed reporting agreement.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No advisory posted, operator stated menu board had recently changed and advisory must have been removed. Provided advisory to operator, operator posted.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in dish wash room.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor under sink near dish machine. Operator cleared out floor drain. Observed standing water on floor throughout preparation areas.
Food stored on floor. Observed bulk container of icing in bakery area stored on floor. Operator removed icing container from floor and placed on shelf.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Mens restroom does not have required hand washing sign. Emailed to operator. Operator will post in restroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen next to and behind fryers and cook top.
Flammables stored/debris present in meter room. For reporting purposes only. Observed gas can located in garbage compactor storage room.
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