Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point
Last inspected:
2014 E Sample Rd, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point was emergency-closed on September 11, 2025 for fly activity, marking the facility's only closure on record. The closure followed an inspection documenting 33 violations, including three high-priority findings in management awareness, food contact surfaces, and proper cooking temperatures. The facility complied during a callback inspection on September 12. Across 23 inspections between November 2022 and December 2025, the establishment accumulated 140 violations, averaging 6.1 per inspection—nearly 18% higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were recurring: management awareness issues appeared in at least 5 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations in at least 6 inspections, and chemical storage violations in at least 5 inspections. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $760. A fire safety violation from 2016 documented the use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed. The most recent inspection on December 17, 2025 found 6 violations with no further action required.
Most recent closure: September 11, 2025 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point: Emergency Closure History (1)
Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025067615 | $400.00 | Sep 11, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019055420 | $360.00 | Oct 22, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point last inspected?
- Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point last shut down?
- Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point was last shut down on September 11, 2025 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point had?
- Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point find?
- Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point was most recently inspected on December 17, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- Has Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $760.00 in fines.
- How much has Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point been fined?
- Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point has been fined a total of $760.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Rocca Trattoria Italian in Lighthouse Point operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Bura Italian Restaurant (2016).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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