ROOKERY AT THE BROOKS
9960 COCONUT RD, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 239.949.3800
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Fish was stored under beef and ground beef in the cooler drawer under the grill
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015016463 | Apr 2, 2015 | May 4, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Bar Dishwasher (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator sending dish ware to kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles not labeled at bar.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons upright in silverware rack by dish area.
Jan 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at bar by dish washer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at front bar. Operator secured tanks.
Jan 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature 135F); Dishwasher at bar (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up triple sink for manual sanitization.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hard boiled egg (48F - Cold Holding); cut melon (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding) held overnight in tall reach in cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled egg (48F - Cold Holding); cut melon (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding) held overnight in tall reach in cooler in kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drink nozzles at bar soiled with food debris, mold like substance.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at bar by dish washer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at front bar. Operator secured tanks.
May 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored with food on the cook line. Employee moved item to the medicine cabinet.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal water bottles, keys and backpack stored at prep tables and food shelves. Discussed designating a convenient storage area for employees.
No handwashing sign provided at both hand sinks used by food employees at the bar and at the handwashing sink on the cook line.
Nov 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the dish area. Chef labeled bottle and educated employee.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Several employees preparing food wearing wrist watches.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the bar.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Chef educated dish employee on proper storage during the inspection.
Jun 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at the bar not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
May 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at the bar not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Fish was stored under beef and ground beef in the cooler drawer under the grill
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Improper hand-mixing. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 400ppm)
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. See stop sale.
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed one bottle containing purple liquid and one containing yellowish liquid unlabeled and stored at the large dish machine.
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. Repeat violation from 3/15/24
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food handler observed preparing food on the cook line with no hair restraint.
Utensils in poor condition. Four spatulas observed chipped with missing pieces.
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.