Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel
Last inspected:
975 Rabbit Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel has averaged 4.9 violations per inspection across 14 routine inspections from 2016 through November 2025, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Two disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines have been issued, and a fire safety violation for a blocked rear exit was documented in September 2022.
High-priority violations have been a recurring pattern, particularly employee health reporting violations (cited in at least 4 inspections), consumer advisory violations (appearing in nearly every 2024–2025 inspection), proper handwashing violations (3 inspections), and time-as-control violations (3 inspections). Management awareness violations appeared in multiple 2023–2025 inspections. The facility received administrative complaint recommendations in March 2024 and April 2024, and a warning was issued in September 2024. The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025 found 9 violations including three high-priority food contact surface violations and three consumer advisory violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025029143 | $400.00 | Mar 4, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024027710 | $160.00 | Apr 4, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel last inspected?
- Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 3, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel are: Toilet facilities, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel had?
- Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel find?
- Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel was most recently inspected on August 3, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel ever been shut down?
- No, Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- What does Florida violation V52 (Personal cleanliness) mean?
- Violation 52 (Personal cleanliness) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/52.
- Has Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
- How much has Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel been fined?
- Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Rosalita's Cantina in Sanibel operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: 400 Rabbits Mexican Kitchen and Tequilaria (2022).
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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