ROOKIES CANTINA
140 S US 17-92, Longwood FL 32750 · 407-363-3053
Last inspected Jan 27, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2015027956 | Apr 10, 2015 | Jul 29, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
Jan 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. - rookies sauce (45f-47f - Cooling) operator states made day prior.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. - chlorine 0ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. COOKLINE RIGHT; - shredded beef (46F - Cold Holding); - cooked corn (46F - Cold Holding); - cut cabbage (47F - Cold Holding); - soup (47F - Cold Holding)
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. - water filter has replacement date in 2025
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. - ice scoop
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
Oct 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles over cookline
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - employee restroom
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
Aug 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles over cookline
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - employee restroom
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
Feb 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
Jan 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. - Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in fan covers dusty
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. - chemical bottle empty. Employee replaced. Final reading 300ppm
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. MAKE LINE COOLER RIGHT: - carne (46F - Cold Holding); - cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) Manager states restocked less than 1 hour. Added ice to rapidly cool. WALK IN COOLER - house made ranch date marked 8/5/24 (45 - Cold Holding)
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on dish racks
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling over make line
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - provided to operator
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - both exterior doors in kitchen
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed avocado over ready to eat salsa in walk in cooler
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Magic chef refrigerator icedbover
Dec 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Dec 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm unable to prime operator called for service. A 7 day call back inspection will be required
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Black magic cooler
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
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.