ROCKY'S TACOS
1201 W HILLSBOROUGH AVENUE, Tampa FL 33603 · 8137741742
Last inspected May 4, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
FEB 24
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MAR 25
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APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 13 live underneath 3 compartment sink by dirty and fresh water tanks 1 live on hand washing sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026032770 | May 12, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $800 |
| 3--2025067424 | Aug 25, 2025 | Oct 8, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 4, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink are soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two squeeze bottles with liquid and oil, not labeled next to flat top griddle.
May 4, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on metal mixing bowl located on shelf over three compartment sink. 32 live roaches inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink. 2 live roaches with eggs. Roaches are hidden between wood of cabinet, sink, metal wall and interior hinge of cabinet door. 19 roaches inside a plastic food container located inside three compartment sink cabinet. 1 live roach inside hand washing sink. 7 live roaches located on gasket inside drinks, reaching cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink are soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two squeeze bottles with liquid and oil, not labeled next to flat top griddle.
May 2, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on metal mixing bowl located on shelf over three compartment sink. 32 live roaches inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink. 2 live roaches with eggs. Roaches are hidden between wood of cabinet, sink, metal wall and interior hinge of cabinet door. 19 roaches inside a plastic food container located inside three compartment sink cabinet. 1 live roach inside hand washing sink. 7 live roaches located on gasket inside drinks, reaching cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink are soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two squeeze bottles with liquid and oil, not labeled next to flat top griddle.
May 1, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on metal mixing bowl located on shelf over three compartment sink. 32 live roaches inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink. 2 live roaches with eggs. Roaches are hidden between wood of cabinet, sink, metal wall and interior hinge of cabinet door. 19 roaches inside a plastic food container located inside three compartment sink cabinet. 1 live roach inside hand washing sink. 7 live roaches located on gasket inside drinks, reaching cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink are soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two squeeze bottles with liquid and oil, not labeled next to flat top griddle.
Apr 30, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. MFDV currently operating under an expired license. MFDV is open, operating and serving the public during time of inspection. Operator renewed license during time of inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on metal mixing bowl located on shelf over three compartment sink. 32 live roaches inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink. 2 live roaches with eggs. Roaches are hidden between wood of cabinet, sink, metal wall and interior hinge of cabinet door. 19 roaches inside a plastic food container located inside three compartment sink cabinet. 1 live roach inside hand washing sink. 7 live roaches located on gasket inside drinks, reaching cooler.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 1 roach egg on floor beneath three compartment sink. 1 roach egg on right door of three compartment sink cabinet. 2 roach egg inside a plastic food container located inside three compartment sink cabinet. Roach excrement, located inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment are soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by an unfolded chair placed before sink. Operator unblocked sink at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment with cut marks.
Dead roaches on premises. 21 dead roaches inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Case of frying oil stored on floor next to flat top griddle. Operator relocated oil to an approved location at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. 15 pounds of raw beef fallen in room temperature next to flat top grill. Discussed proper thawing methods with operator. Operator relocated raw beef into reach in cooler at time of inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor inside cabinet beneath three compartment sink are soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two squeeze bottles with liquid and oil, not labeled next to flat top griddle.
Aug 26, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator uses chlorine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Items in reach in cooler not date marked.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease.
Aug 26, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (61F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (50F - Cold Holding), operator moved items to another reach in cooler for rapid cooling. diced tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding), item prepared at 10am, not cooled before 41F in 4 hours
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator uses chlorine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Items in reach in cooler not date marked.
Dead roaches on premises. 30 dead underneath 3 compartment sink by dirty water and fresh water tank.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease.
Aug 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 13 live underneath 3 compartment sink by dirty and fresh water tanks 1 live on hand washing sink
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. diced tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding), item prepared at 10am, 1st temp at 3pm, not cooled before 41F within 4 hours
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (61F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (50F - Cold Holding), operator moved items to another reach in cooler for rapid cooling. diced tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding), item prepared at 10am, not cooled before 41F in 4 hours
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator uses chlorine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Items in reach in cooler not date marked.
Dead roaches on premises. 30 dead underneath 3 compartment sink by dirty water and fresh water tank.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Outer openings not protected during operation.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Outer openings not protected during operation.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. 3 compartment sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bu cutting boards
Sep 26, 2023Inspection 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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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.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
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.