Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
“Waste line missing at soda gun holster” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Orlando restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind cooks line
36-73-4
95
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooling from overnight in walk in cooler shredded chicken (51F - Cooling); cooked ground beef (46F - Cooling)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. I can of diced green chiles in stock room
01B-01-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooling from overnight in walk in cooler shredded chicken (51F - Cooling); cooked ground beef (46F - Cooling) See stop sale
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk in cooler cooling overnight shredded chicken (51F - Cooling); cooked ground beef (46F - Cooling) and was covered
03D-15-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Over hood
36-62-4
Basic - Unwashed avocados stored behind pico on pantry station . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Wood cutting board in prep area.
14-12-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar leading to outside **Repeat Violation**
29-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth lactic acid sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm Changed out then was 704ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
45
Aug 7, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Side of char broiler on cooks line cooked chicken (119 - Hot Holding) Less than four hours Placed on grillfor temperature recovery 10 minutes later 177F **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burger over shredded cheese in under counter drawer flattop **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ledge of!ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ingredient bins in dry stock room **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of burner in prep kicthen
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed avocados stored behind ready-to-eat food items on cooks line **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster far end of bar for outside area **Repeat Violation**
29-17-4
58
May 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Expo ljne cheese sauce (112 - Hot Holding) Placed on stove for rapid reheat 20 minutes later 173F **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-02: No hot holding at time of inspection **Time Extended**
03B-01-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Lakeside bar **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-02: **Time Extended**
29-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Prep kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-02: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
78
May 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Middle walk in cooler cooked wings (51F - Cold Holding); refried beans (48F - Cold Holding); raw marinated birria (51F - Cold Holding) Less than four hours per chef 40 minutes later cooked wings (47 - Cold Holding); refried beans (45- Cold Holding); raw marinated birria (46F Cold Holding) Placed in walk in freezer for temperature recovery **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Two Live, small flying insects found at lakeside bar
35A-02-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Expo ljne cheese sauce (112 - Hot Holding) Placed on stove for rapid reheat 20 minutes later 173F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For watermelon at the bar Assisted operator with filling out **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Unwashed avocados stored behind ready-to-eat food on sandwich top reach in cooler on cooks line across from flat top grill **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Lakeside bar **Repeat Violation**
29-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Prep kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Red Bull in beer walk in cooler
08B-49-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean plastic containers on shelf outside of dish wash washer
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Bar garnishes both bars
08B-12-5
43
Nov 8, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken behind raw shrimp in under counter drawer across from flattop on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun in middle of inside bar **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash cans in front in prep kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Inside bar service well
29-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go cup lids on server line **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of fryer in prep kitchen
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Wood cutting board in prep kitchen
14-11-5
58
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Uncooked chicken tenders behind fries in sandwich top reach in cooler next to hot box by fryer **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener in prep kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Rack of cups in front hand sink in dish room **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean pans in dish room **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Equipment on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Wooden picks on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
61
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef patty behind cooked chicken wings on cooks line in u see counter drawer above flat top grill **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Bottle of mixer in ice well on inside bar closest to front door
08B-56-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Bottle of mixer in ice well on inside bar closest to front door
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chorizo over whole muscle beef in walk In cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee's unisex bathroom bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Clean strainers not stored inverted or in a protected manner at both insides bars **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Edge of dishwasher where dishes come out **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lexon lid on pico in walk In cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop and paddle stored on soiled surface between uses. Lip of ice machine **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - Lights not functioning. 1 on back hood 2 on front hood
36-62-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in coolers
23-03-4
37
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Pan of refried beans in walk in cooler made yesterday was 48F
03D-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. (1) can diced green chiles dented at the seam
01B-01-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pan of refried beans in walk in cooler made yesterday was 48F
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream on expo line 53F Less than four hours advised to possibly use timeplan. They placed in ice bath for temperature recovery **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Pan of refried beans in walk in cooler made yesterday was 48F was in a 6" pan and too thick to properly cool
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Portioned container containing blue toxic substance not labeled in dish room **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse in prep area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Drain cover missing at mop sink
29-18-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. In prep area next to clean pots **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-44-1
Basic - In-use ice scoop and paddle, stored on soiled surface between uses. Lip of ice machine **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - Floor area covered with standing water. Dish room
36-22-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lexon lid cracked on cooks line Chef discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-11-5
Basic - Clean wooden spoons not stored inverted or in a protected manner at the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen
36-34-5
29
Dec 5, 2022
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef over raw bacon in walk-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep area soiled **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sink in prep kitchen 78F Hand sink in dish room 78F Was working on tanks After Prep kitchen 117 Dish room 120 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones and speaker in prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting plastic containers in dish room **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On shelf on top of ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Next to clean pots in prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Tasting spoons on prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in dish room
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar ingredient bin in dry storage room **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in dry stock room
14-33-4
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar?
Across the inspection record, “waste line missing at soda gun holster” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar.
How does Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar 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 Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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