COPPER ROCKET PUB
106 LAKE AVENUE, Maitland FL 32751 · 407-853-5036
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Provided operator with handout
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025011283 | Jan 24, 2025 | Mar 18, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris Cut boards in kitchen are stained
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips, facility only has chlorine strips
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue glass cleaner in bottle not labeled by 3 compartment sink
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to boards in line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen across from reach in cooler
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No thermometer in unit in kitchen across from hot well
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of bottom drawer of low boy on cooks line is soiled with food debris
Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. In use Dishwasher tested 0 ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris to board on line Walk-in-cooler shelves soiled with food debris
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to board on line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cooks line
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. In use Dishwasher tested 0 ppm
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Grill cleaner and other chemicals stored next to food items in kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris to board on line Walk-in-cooler shelves soiled with food debris
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 spray bottles with chemicals not labeled
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to board on line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cooks line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Outside mop sink is draining directly onto the ground
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, Cut board on line has black staining
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee was able to provide employee food safety
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to board in kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Right side under cooking equipment soiled with old food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Areas in kitchen broken floor tiles
Food stored on floor. Dry storage has cooking oil stored in the floor
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 24, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager Restaurant Manager on staff since September - no other CFM for restaurant
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. 2 boards in kitchen have cut marks
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine at bar not working properly, operator has a call into the company, machine not in use at time of inspection
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles cracked cooks line
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager Restaurant Manager on staff since September - no other CFM for restaurant
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 operator with form
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. 2 boards in kitchen have cut marks
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine at bar not working properly, operator has a call into the company, machine not in use at time of inspection
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles cracked cooks line
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. 2 cracked lids in walk-in-cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in bins of labeled
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chili, chicken wings, beef patties. Temperature 44-56.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings 54-60f, beef patties 56f, and chicken 42-44f at cooler draw by cook line. Per operator draw was left open overnight. Cooler temp is 37f.
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine not in use waiting for chemicals. Per operator using 3 compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to facility.
Standing water in bottom of walkin-cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled above pizza cooler.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Provided operator with handout
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen
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 operator with handout, current employees working signed and dated form
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryers
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.