Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2022
Bensalem restaurant brawl
A large fight involving more than 40 people occurred at the Bensalem, Pennsylvania restaurant after a dispute reportedly involving a piece of steak. Furniture was thrown, minor injuries were reported, and the restaurant temporarily closed for repairs. Two brothers were charged with disorderly conduct related to actions after the fight.
2013
Port Orange food-storage allegations
A video alleged that prepared and raw foods were being stored near a dumpster at a Port Orange, Florida restaurant. Golden Corral said the food was not served to customers, reported that the restaurant manager had been fired, and said the chief executive would investigate.
2012
Casper norovirus outbreak
A Golden Corral restaurant in Casper, Wyoming was linked to more than 344 reported illnesses. Health officials reported that numerous infected food handlers continued working during the outbreak.
2003
Kennesaw salmonella outbreak
A salmonella outbreak associated with a Golden Corral restaurant in Kennesaw, Georgia affected 23 people. Inspectors found salmonella in a floor drain, but the original source was not determined.