Junior and Rosie's Café
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
41
Score
Inspectors have visited Junior and Rosie's Café nine times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 18, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around 11 violations across recent inspections versus roughly 18 violations before.
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Englewood restaurant, which scores around 78. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (99F - Hot Holding) near the grill on the cook line. The operator stated the sausage had been held for approximately 1.5 hours. The time marked the sausage and placed it on time as public health control. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked ziti noodles date marked 11/10 in the reach in cooler. The operator discarded the cooked noodles. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed cooked ziti noodles date marked 11/10 in the reach in cooler. The operator discarded the cooked noodles. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-28-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a blender stored inside the handwashing sink in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. The operator was emailed a time as public health control form. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a shelf above the reach in cooler in the kitchen. The employee properly stored the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items stored uncovered in the reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator covered the foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
41
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed shell eggs at cooks line not time marked. Operator stated egg were taken out of cooler 20 minutes prior.
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef patties at 50F, sausage at 48F in cooler draws under grill top. Operator moved items to reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled stained cutting boards.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used as dump sink. 10-3-24 **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at wait staff station.
31B-02-4
Basic - Utensils in kitchen stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
24-18-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowls used as scoops in chicken base and in tub of cut cooked potatoes.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils at shelf above cooks line.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs of oil and chicken base on floor under oven.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Repeat 10-3-24 **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses at ice machine. Repeat 10-3-24 **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of grease on surfaces throughout cooks line area.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers at wait staff station.
12B-13-4
Basic - Plastic food storage containers cracked and broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
14-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at wait station not inverted or protected. Repeat 10-3-24 **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pasta, ribs, corned beef hash, fish, pancake mix, soup and sauces in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler not covered or protected. Repeat 10-3-24 **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef patties tubs of fish, beef and ham defrosting in 3 compartment sink without running cold water on them.
06-01-5
26
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: Observed vacuum breaker still missing at mop sink . **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as dump sink. Repeat 11-15-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as dump sink. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat 11-15-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
74
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on counter next to full coffee pot. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked sausage in reach-in-cooler date marked 9-17-24. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed sausage in reach-in-cooler date marked 9-17-24 with mold-like-substance on it. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-07-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Warning**
11-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as dump sink. Repeat 11-15-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers in kitchen not inverted or protected. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 11-15-23. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fish, sautéed vegetables, soup, sauces and cooked beef in reach-in-coolers not covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat 11-15-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 11-15-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in back area of kitchen by dishwasher area is in disrepair. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
27
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat 7-14-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observed some staff still lacking proof of food handler training **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Repeat 7-14-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observed unsecured carbon dioxide tanks in storage shed next to walking **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat 7-14-23 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Current license still not displayed at time of inspection **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in kitchen by dishwasher area is no longer smooth and cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observe kitchen floor by dishwasher area is still in disrepair, and no longer smooth and cleanable **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple surfaces throughout kitchen soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Observed multiple areas and surfaces of kitchen still need cleaning. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-15: Bathroom doors on both ladies room and men's room still are not self closing and tight fitting at time of inspection **Time Extended**
32-04-4
70
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 9 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 33 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. Observed butter cups left on tables between customers service. Informed operator of policy and observed employee remove all butter cups from tables and voluntarily dispose of them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
07-08-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle counter at wait station. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle on medication on shelf above microwave. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. **Warning**
41-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following temperature in Grill drawers cooler: ham (54F - Cold Holding); sausage (50F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (52F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items had been placed in cooler 3 hours prior. Operator moved all food items to Tall reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Warning**
11-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with buildup of old food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty pans in hand wash sink in kitchen. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used as dump sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator did not have a completed Time as a Control sheet. Observed operator completed Time as a Control sheet at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat 7-14-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rib, soup and chili in tall reach-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 7-14-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at wait station not inverted or protected. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at dishwasher area clean pan rack. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean pans at dishwasher area clean pan rack. **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls and souffle cups used as scoop in coleslaw, cold sauces, spices and cooked rice at cooks line and Walk-in cooler. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple surfaces throughout kitchen soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil jugs on floor in kitchen and chicken and beef stored on floor in Walk-in cooler. Repeat 7-14-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in kitchen by dishwasher area is no longer smooth and cleanable. **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at dishwasher area clean pan rack. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating food at front counter wait station. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on counter and work stations at cooks line and wait stations. Repeat 7-14-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat 7-14-23 **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Repeat 7-14-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spices removed from original container not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. **Warning**
21-09-4
7
Jul 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticides on floor by 3 compartment sink. Repeat 1-18-23 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cheese in Walk-in cooler that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked
02C-03-5
Intermediate - 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. Operator was sent copy of Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 on last inspection but has not implemented it.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Repeat 1-18-23. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Observed has Employee Health Agreement form but has not completed any.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice, and cooked beef in Walk-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 1-18-23 **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in dry storage area.
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat 1-28-23 **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on clean pan rack at dishwasher machine area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs of oil on floor in dry store.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 1-28-23 **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen. Repeat 1-18-23 **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
30
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
22
Jul 1, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on counter next to coffee pot and single service items. Observed operator move spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed raw shell eggs over cooked pasta in walk-in cooler . Observed raw chicken over beef in Walk-in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid pesticide spray on floor by dishwasher area.
41-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna made 3 day prior as per employee statement not date marked. Observed rice made 2 days prior as per employee statement not date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical spray at wait station in back dining room.
41-17-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of cooked potatoes on floor in Walk-in cooler. Observed jugs of bbq sauce on floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.observed no hand washing sign at hand sink. Email operator copy of hand washing sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed screen on wall fan vent by dishwasher area missing.
36-60-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Junior and Rosie's Café last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Junior and Rosie's Café on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Junior and Rosie's Café?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Junior and Rosie's Café.
How does Junior and Rosie's Café compare to other restaurants in Englewood?
Junior and Rosie's Café most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Englewood average of 78.
Has Junior and Rosie's Café's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Junior and Rosie's Café have averaged around 11 violations per visit, down from roughly 18 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Junior and Rosie's Café means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Junior and Rosie's Café inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Junior and Rosie's Café is inspected around three times per year on average.
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