La Rocca
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, La Rocca has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“No proof provided that food employees are informed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for North Port restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw eggs over raw fish at Make Table. Operator removed the raw fish from underneath the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple plates not inverted at top shelf across from cookline. Educated the operator.
24-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled next to steam table. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 no proof of the Food Employee Reporting Agreement form. Provided the document during inspection to complete. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauce not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven handle at kitchen. Operator relocated the tong to the shelf above cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed sauce not covered at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed lid over the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
74
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer 0ppm at dish machine due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the empty sanitizer container with a new full container and corrected the sanitizer to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Educated the operator.
01C-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at cookline handwash sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed 2 large spoons not inverted at prep table wait station. Operator inverted the multiple spoons. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
70
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over Parmesan cheese at Display Cooler Unit. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed can opener blade rusted at prep table.
14-11-5
82
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed brake cleaner at prep table next to oven. Operator removed to the proper and safe place with other chemicals away from food items. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. Provided the form which was completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta not dated at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong at oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed the tong from handle and placed at proper and safe place above on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
61
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
47
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
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. Spoke with operator on proper procedures and emailed information to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener solid with debris on it. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hws by oven. Operator corrected immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Spoke with operator on proper procedures and emailed information to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Rocca last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Rocca on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Rocca?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Rocca.
How does La Rocca compare to other restaurants in North Port?
La Rocca most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Port average of 78.
Has La Rocca's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Rocca have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Rocca means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is La Rocca inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Rocca is inspected around three times per year on average.
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