Rookies Cantina
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
95
Score
Going back to 2022, Rookies Cantina has 12 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 27, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average for Longwood sits at 87, putting Rookies Cantina on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
95
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
39
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles over cookline **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - employee restroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
86
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-07: **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-07: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-07: **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-07: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
82
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor 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. - Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in fan covers dusty
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
35B-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. - chemical bottle empty. Employee replaced. Final reading 300ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
61
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - 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)
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on dish racks
16-15-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling over make line
36-37-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - provided to operator
51-13-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - both exterior doors in kitchen
35B-03-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed avocado over ready to eat salsa in walk in cooler
08B-17-4
50
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
82
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-13: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
95
Dec 5, 2023
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. 0 ppm unable to prime operator called for service . A 7 day call back inspection will be required **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label.
41-21-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Black magic cooler
14-69-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
70
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. The pressure release valve at the dish washer
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in the bucket
42-01-4
86
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan and bagged chicken
02C-02-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Sausage thawing in standing water , operator turned water on **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rookies Cantina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rookies Cantina on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rookies Cantina?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rookies Cantina.
How does Rookies Cantina compare to other restaurants in Longwood?
Rookies Cantina most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Longwood average of 87.
Has Rookies Cantina's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rookies Cantina have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rookies Cantina 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 Rookies Cantina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rookies Cantina is inspected around four times per year on average.
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