Rotonda V

3725 Cape Haze Dr, Rotonda West, FL 33947
Italian
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
41
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Rotonda V seven times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Florida average 72, so Rotonda V trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine sanitizer bucket solution exceeded 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over cooked chicken in the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line. The raw ground beef was properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (55F - Cold Holding) on the counter near the soup well at the server station. An employee stated the pasta had been out for less than one hour. The employee placed the pasta in a cold holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees (server, 2 bartenders, and cook) with no certified food manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink behind the inside bar. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured behind the inside bar near the bag in box sodas.
51-11-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in front of the three compartment sink.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for sugar not stored above the food. The operator removed the scoop from the sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the inside and tiki bar.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the entrance to the cook line.
29-49-6
41
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of CFM. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in coolers soiled at make table. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket. Observed employee hanging up mop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
67
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener put away clean with food debris on blade. Observed operator remove and put into dish for washing. ** Corrective Action Taken ** ** Repeat Violation **. Observed slicer with food debris on blade housing. Observed employee cleaning slicer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in bar and outside bar handwashing sinks being used as a dump sink. Inside sink has ice in it. Outside sink has a strainer with ice inside. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in double door , stand up freezer, Chicken Philly meat not covered with protective covering.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket. Observed operator hanging mop up properly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on a lid, put away clean. Observed operator removing label and putting lid into sink to be washed. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door with torn gasket.
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave on top, in server ally, food splatter.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in kitchen, reach in cooler gaskets with food debris on them.
23-03-4
61
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
82
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods above grill and fryer with accumulation of grease and dust - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: Observed hoods being cleaned, and replacement hoods on order during call back inspection. Time Extended
23-03-4
95
Sep 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rotonda V last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rotonda V on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rotonda V?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rotonda V.

Has Rotonda V's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rotonda V have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Rotonda V 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 Rotonda V inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rotonda V is inspected around three times per year on average.