LA ROCA RESTAURANT
103 DEL PRADO BLVD N, Cape Coral FL 33909 · 239-242-0334
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over raw pork in the stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork in stand up reach-in cooler on cook line. The cook moved the raw pork beside the raw beef and the raw beef beside the raw chicken. Emailed the owner the HR 5030-99 Proper Storage in Spanish.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen gasket torn.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The operator removed ice scooper from ice bin.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The owner cleaned out microwave during inspection.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees front counter. Emailed owner HR Form 5030-211 handwashing sign in Spanish.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on steam table across from cook line. The dry wiping cloths was removed from steam table
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 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 over raw pork chops in stand up reach-in cooler. The cook moved the raw chicken on bottom shelf in stand up reach-in cooler..
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked eggs in egg container. The cook discarded the cracked eggs during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shrimp, beef and pork not date marked.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not tight fitting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler gasket torn.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Jul 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of advil medication above prep table. The owner removed the bottle of advil.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over raw pork in the stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and chicken not date marked in reach-in cooler.
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.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In storage area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Jan 8, 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat pork in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The owner moved the raw shrimp to other side of reach-in cooler above the raw beef.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times beside 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of raw pork and cut potatoes on floor in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in women's restroom. Emailed owner handwashing signs.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by dish kart. The dish wash kart was removed from blocking handwashing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and beef not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler beside oven on cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Dec 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shelled eggs over ready to eat ham in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. Emailed DBPR Form HR 5030-098 Safe Refrigerator Storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. Emailed DBPR Form HR 5030-098 Safe Refrigerator Storage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container top In hand washing sink beside deep freezer. The manager removed container top from hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, pork and beef not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler beside hot box.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust under 3 compartment sink.
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 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 beef over raw pork in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 cracked eggs in egg container in stand up reach-in cooler and container on cook line. The cook discarded cracked eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw ground beef (49F - Cold Holding); oxtail (48F - Cold Holding); shredded beef (49F - Cold Holding); fish (49F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler behind cook line. The cook moved all products to another reach-in cooler.
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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The owner is assuring all personnel read, sign and maintain in files.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef and pork in stand up reach-in cooler not date marked.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed stand up reach-in cooler behind cook line ambient temperature 50F.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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.