Brandon, Hillsborough County

GOLDEN CORRAL #842

815 PROVIDENCE RD, Brandon, FL 33511

FoodSeating
Latest violations
0
No violations
Mar 25, 2026
City
Brandon
County
Hillsborough
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
17

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 25, 2026

Complaint Partial

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Total: 1

48-01-5

Detail 24468612

No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.

Sep 24, 2025

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Total: 1

03A-02-5

Detail 24062818

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pizza sauce (50F); shredded mozzarella (50F) Operator moved items to walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

48-01-5

Detail 24062819

No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Provided operator boiler report found on Division of State Fire Marshall website. Report determined that a boiler certificate was not issued. Repeat Violation

Aug 22, 2025

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Total: 1

48-01-5

Detail 23978114
  • From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-22: Time Extended

Aug 21, 2025

Complaint Full

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

22-41-4

Detail 23976410

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested twice at 0ppm. Operator replaced chlorine supply, tested at 50ppm Corrected On-Site

35A-05-4

Detail 23976408

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed Unser hood at dishmachine. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

36-03-4

Detail 23976409

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding observed missing along back wall in dish and prep areas Repeat Violation

48-01-5

Detail 23976411

No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation

Dec 26, 2024

Complaint Partial

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 2, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 1Total: 1

29-03-4

Detail 23388368

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. From ice machine in server station. Manager replaced drain pipe to floor drain Corrected On-Site

48-01-5

Detail 23388367

No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

Basic: 3Total: 3

36-03-4

Detail 23173564

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Servers station Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 23173565

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Dessert station Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 23173566

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on pizza reach in cooler Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Time Extended

48-01-5

Detail 23173567
  • From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Time Extended

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 12

22-49-4

Detail 23171639

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine (149°) , ran using thermometer and strips. Manager switching dishmachine to chemical chlorine Repeat Violation Warning

35A-02-6

Detail 23171627

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 flies under table in meat room 1 live fly on wall behind servers soda station Operator eradicated cleaned and sanitized Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 23171628

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on door frame to kitchen 2 live on wall in meat room 1 live under rack by meat room Operator eradicated and sanitized Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23171635

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled Repeat Violation Warning

36-03-4

Detail 23171632

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Servers station Warning

14-09-4

Detail 23171637

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Dessert station Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 23171633

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead under rack outside meat room 1 dead in chemical storage area 1 dead on floor in kitchen 4 dead in boiler room Operator discarded , cleaned and sanitized Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

36-22-4

Detail 23171638

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor servers station Warning

23-03-4

Detail 23171631

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on pizza reach in cooler Warning

38-04-4

Detail 23171629

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light very dim in walk in cooler Repeat Violation Warning

36-27-5

Detail 23171634

Basic - Wall/ ceiling soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall dusty above dry storage. Ceiling around ac vents dusty Warning

29-03-4

Detail 23171636

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Under ice machine at servers station Repeat Violation Warning

48-01-5

Detail 23171630

No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.

Jul 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

22-02-4

Detail 23000264

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at Interior of warmer in bakery soiled with food buildup. Dough punch machine soiled with built up food debris Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Dough punch machine soiled with built up food debris. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 23000268

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substanc Time Extended

36-08-4

Detail 23000265

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed in bakery and dish area Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed in bakery and dish area Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 23000262

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in dish area Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Observed broken floor tiles in dish area Time Extended

33-19-4

Detail 23000269

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Debris and grease build up around compactor Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Debris and grease build up around compactor Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 23000267

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on floor of walk in freezer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on floor of walk in freezer Time Extended

29-08-4

Detail 23000266

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leaking cold water faucet at hand wash sink in butcher area. Cold water was turned off at the wall Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Observed leaking cold water faucet at hand wash sink in butcher area. Cold water was turned off at the wall Time Extended

38-04-4

Detail 23000263

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Dim In walk in cooler near salad station Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Dim In walk in cooler near salad station Time Extended

Jul 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 1Basic: 18Total: 24

22-49-4

Detail 22998480

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Temperature 150); Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Warning

12A-13-4

Detail 22998493

High Priority - 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. Observed dish washer handling dirty dishes, then handling clean dishes without washing hands Corrective Action Taken Warning

35A-02-6

Detail 22998477

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flying insects in butcher area. Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 22998498

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches behind warmer in bakery Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22998479

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22998497

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at Interior of warmer in bakery soiled with food buildup. Dough punch machine soiled with built up food debris Warning

22-20-5

Detail 22998490

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on door interior Warning

16-21-4

Detail 22998484

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning

51-11-4

Detail 22998491

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed on corner of dish area, near soda syrup boxes Warning

36-34-5

Detail 22998478

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Warning

14-09-4

Detail 22998485

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on cutting boards in butcher area Warning

35A-06-4

Detail 22998486

Basic - Dead insects, in pan. Observed in bakery. Manager discarded the dead insect, placed bowl in dishwashing area. Corrective Action Taken Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 22998496

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 72 dead roaches in garbage room on floor near rear door Warning

36-08-4

Detail 22998481

Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed in bakery and dish area Warning

36-73-4

Detail 22998500

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment on cookline Warning

36-17-5

Detail 22998483

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in dish area Warning

33-19-4

Detail 22998489

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Debris and grease build up around compactor Warning

14-69-4

Detail 22998494

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on floor of walk in freezer Warning

22-08-4

Detail 22998499

Basic - Interior of warmer has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Warning

35A-12-4

Detail 22998487

Basic - Mosquitos breeding in standing water. Observed approximately 42 insect larvae in standing water on floor where baseboard meets the floor, near floor drain in butcher area Warning

29-08-4

Detail 22998488

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leaking cold water faucet at hand wash sink in butcher area. Cold water was turned off at the wall Warning

38-04-4

Detail 22998492

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Dim In walk in cooler near salad station Warning

29-03-4

Detail 22998482

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed from walk in cooler near storage area. Manager reconnected drain pipe. Observed from ice machine at service station at dessert end. Corrected On-Site Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 22998495

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Liquid seasoning blend containing ham observed in with no label or time marking, on prep table prep area Warning

May 7, 2024

Complaint Partial

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 11, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

31B-02-4

Detail 22709179

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.dushroom Corrected On-Site

36-17-5

Detail 22709177

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.

21-01-4

Detail 22709178

Basic - Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose.

Nov 8, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

22-02-4

Detail 22432836

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener

36-17-5

Detail 22432839

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked tiles several places

21-04-4

Detail 22432838

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-12-4

Detail 22432837

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Apr 4, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 8

03A-02-5

Detail 21908266

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) Observed employee replace product with new Corrective Action Taken

03B-01-6

Detail 21908264

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked zucchini (126F - Hot Holding) Observed employee reheat to 165 degrees F Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 21908261

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed to manager

40-06-5

Detail 21908265

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag stored on dry storage shelf above marinade and seasonings Corrected observed employee remove Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 21908262

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up along floor in walk-in freezer

10-01-5

Detail 21908267

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic scoop handle stored open bulk uncooked rice in dry storage area adjacent to warmers

36-27-5

Detail 21908263

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled with old food build up

29-11-4

Detail 21908268

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink at drink station adjacent to restrooms leaking

Aug 29, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 6Total: 7

03B-01-6

Detail 21315436

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried fish (124F - Hot Holding); pork ribs (127F - Hot Holding) on buffet line Observed employee reheat beef ribs to 165 degrees F and voluntarily discard fried fish Corrected On-Site

50-09-4

Detail 21315440

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

24-08-4

Detail 21315441

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic bowls wet nesting on shelf in dish area

14-69-4

Detail 21315438

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside walk-in freezer

33-31-5

Detail 21315439

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed broken ice machine stored in kitchen filled with paint cans

21-12-4

Detail 21315437

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed stored on prep table on cookline Corrected-observed employee place in sanitizer bucket Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 21315442

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled on service line

Mar 15, 2022

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

01B-02-5

Detail 20932087

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed fried fish (125F - Hot Holding)

03B-01-6

Detail 20932093

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried fish (125F - Hot Holding)

22-20-5

Detail 20932095

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold inside ice machine

36-22-4

Detail 20932089

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on floor near walk-in cooler

10-20-4

Detail 20932091

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on cart handles Corrected- observed employee remove Corrected On-Site

16-48-4

Detail 20932097

Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food on metal containers

Jan 13, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 6Total: 7

01B-13-4

Detail 20784132

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed hood grease dripping into liquid butter on cookline , observed manager discard.

12B-07-4

Detail 20784133

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed no employee drinks stored on prep table in desert area Corrected-observed manager discard Corrected On-Site

14-38-4

Detail 20784134

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed on clean dish shelf in dish pit Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 20784137

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on walk-in freezer door frame

16-46-4

Detail 20784136

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers no shelf in dish pit

36-27-5

Detail 20784135

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold build up on wall behind soda bib machine

42-01-4

Detail 20784138

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 2 mops not inverted in dish area Corrected-observed manager invert Corrected On-Site