ROCCO'S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR
9123 STRADA PL STE 7135, Naples FL 34108 · 561 659 1940
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chorizo sausage 48F cold hold, raw chopped fish 49F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator added more ice.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At bar area, observed two soda guns with accumulated mold like substance inside.
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.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In walkin cooler observed snapper thawing in reduced oxygen packages. Educated operator about proper thawing. Operator removed fish from packages.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. In server area observed glasses wet nesting.
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Insect control device installed over food storage area. Observed folded napkins for guests use underneath bug zapper. Operator moved napkins.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection 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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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at Hand washing sink behind bar.
Wild bird present inside establishment. This is a repeat violation from 4-30-25
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At bar area observed, two soda dispensing guns with mold like substance inside.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has accumulated mold like substance.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin not labeled
May 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 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. Observed employees in dishwash area not washing hands after touching dirty dishes before working with clean. Educated operator. Operator educated employees. Employees washed hands.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed knife stored inside sanitizer bucket. Operator removed knife.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area used to fill container with water.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed 148F on plate surface.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Women's accessible bathroom.
Wild bird present and fly inside establishment.
Accumulation of gray/slime-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Women's accessible bathroom toilet not flushing.
Presetting of unwrapped silverware and/or tableware outdoors. Educated operator on proper setting of silverware.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin. Operator labeled bin.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. One 1/2 bag of Hawaiian Seat Salt containing activated coconut shell charcoal, which is not recommended for human consumption.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the back area. Manager had it restocked.
Food stored on floor. Green sauce in a large Cambro container was stored directly on the floor. Employee moved it to a prep table.
Presetting of unwrapped silverware and/or tableware outdoors.
May 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 17, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chorizo sausage 48F cold hold, raw chopped fish 49F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator added more ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Operator cleaned can opener.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in hand wash sink at bar. Operator removed strainer.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed 157F on plate surface at bar less than 160F.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense ice at bar.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Educated operator on air drying containers. Operator separated containers.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink near walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris/residue on shelvings at bar.
Observed gasket torn on hot holding unit near walk in cooler.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Women's 2nd toilet not flushing. Operator called plumber.
Stored food not covered. Fruits at bar. Educated operator on keeping fruits covered. Operator removed fruits.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked chicken 99F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator reheated chicken to 165F. Rechecked temperature at 184F
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Men's restroom. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Educated operator on air drying containers.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag onions stored on floor in kitchen. Operator placed onions off of floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at end of cook line and hand wash sink at bar.
Stored food not covered. Bar fruits.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/flour bins.
Sep 13, 2023□ 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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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic containers and metal pans. Operator separated for drying.. Repeat 8/10/2023
Sep 11, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Wild bird present inside establishment. Observed three wild birds in dining room of establishment. Birds were landing on chairs, table tops and chandeliers. Birds were not getting into food service area. Discussed with operator possible options to deter birds.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior with a black/green mold-like substance.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored in reach in cooler not segregated from food for public. Operator removed food from cooler for proper storage.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic containers and metal pans. Operator separated for drying.. Repeat 8/10/2023
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop touching spice mixture. Operator removed for cleaning and proper storage.
Aug 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers and metal pans wet nested. Operator moved for cleaning and proper drying.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in bar area.
Aug 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee dry hands on reused cloth towel. Operator instructed employee on proper hand washing and employee rewashed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding) in top of cook line. Operator moved items to ice for quick cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun nozzles soiled with a mold like substance.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers and metal pans wet nested. Operator moved for cleaning and proper drying.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks in multiple coolers. Operator removed drinks.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in bar area.
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