ROCCOCOA MEDITERRANEAN CAFE LLC
19495 BISCAYNE BLVD #108, Aventura FL 33180 · 305-519-1616
Last inspected Mar 13, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
MAY 24
DEC 24
APR 25
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MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023002267 | Sep 26, 2022 | Apr 15, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Duct tape used to repair front counter display case.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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Observed Water leaking onto floor from condensing unit in walk in cooler.
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for pan of cooked egg plants.
Observed dishes not sanitized after cleaning due to employee using prep sink behind front counter for warewashing. Advised manager that approved 3 compartment sink should be used for manually washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment and utensils. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/25.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over raw beef in walk in cooler. All raw foods should be properly stored based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager added.
No soap provided at handwash sink due to battery in dispenser dead.
Observed employee using prep sink behind front counter for warewashing. Advised manager that approved 3 compartment should be used for manually washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment and utensils.
Observed hot water shut off at employee handwash sink behind from counter. Advised manager and he stated that sink is leaking. Manager turned on hot water.
AC vent missing above oven.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed shelf in walk in cooler not designed in a durable manner due to being held up by pot.
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for various pans of food.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored over various ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager added.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Dec 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of advil being stored on top of prep table.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator provided invoice and money order showing that he paid for 2023. Advised that license renewal is every 10/1 and he needs to renew last year to become current.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As of 2/19/21.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a pan of sliced cheese.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
May 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes in prep sink behind front counter and not sanitizing. Advised that dishes must be washed in 3 compartment sink and that the was rinse and sanitize steps must be followed.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a pan of sliced cheese.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Located under prep table.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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 walk freezer with ambient temperature of 48°F. Person in charge stated that he is aware and is awaiting maintenance to repair.
Water leaking from pipe under hand washing sink.
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/21. Manager paid for license during time of inspection. License expires 10/1/23.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee added.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black debris on wall behind oven.
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.