Rocca
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025
78
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Rocca stretching back to 2023. On Dec 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Rocca scores about where you'd expect for a Tampa restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.cook onions 63F reach in cooler Cooks line 2nd temp 43F manager moved to freezer 2nd temp 43F **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Manager removed to proper setting **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
78
May 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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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. Tested at 0 ppm retested 2 times. At bar area will use the dishwasher in the kitchen until fixed.
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink has a hore connected for a ventilation system set up in the kitchen. On back side of the sink on cooks line. Dumping ice in the hand washing sink at the bar
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.for egg yolks
02B-01-5
70
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in hand wash sink in dish area, removed and placed in other area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. By dish area
27-16-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Eye wash hose leaking at hand wash sink by dish area
29-08-4
70
Feb 6, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Dec 6, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
74
Dec 5, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 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. Sani bottle stored over prep table operator moved it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach at dish area operator has employee removing it. Cleaning and sanitizing the area. Discussed with Supervisor Allison M **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. 145F operator will use 3 compartment sink to Sanitize until repairs are made **Warning**
16-54-4
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
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-08-4
43
Apr 12, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rocca last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rocca on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rocca?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rocca.
How does Rocca compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Rocca most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tampa average of 79.
Has Rocca's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rocca have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 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 Rocca inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rocca is inspected around three times per year on average.
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