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DA KINE HAWAIIAN POKE

216 FLAGLER AVE, New Smyrna Beach FL 32169

Last inspected Apr 13, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023

□ Not on the state's active licence list

This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.

Licence typeFood service
Licence7407103
Grade history
JAN 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Inside of box of souffle cups. Operator discarded box.
High priority/35A-23-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

4 cases · $1,560

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2026030824Apr 13, 2026Jun 10, 2026$160
4--2022006463Jan 25, 2022Mar 9, 2022$800
4--2020046861Sep 8, 2020Jan 27, 2021$200
4--2018056416Sep 13, 2018Apr 1, 2019$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Apr 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Feb 12, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 13, 2026 · Admin Complaint
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee on duty
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 12, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 13, 2026 · Time Extended
Feb 12, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Feb 12, 2026 · Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Expanding to vacant space next door; adding dish machine, storage area, and other prep areas not in progress at time of inspection.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Feb 12, 2026 · Time Extended
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee on duty
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 12, 2026 · Time Extended
Feb 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Salmon from 3 purveyors; 2 cases of tuna labeled yellowfin; however, tuna ordered from other companies and in other form and no proof of parasite destruction.
High priority/01D-01-5/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Expanding to vacant space next door; adding dish machine, storage area, and other prep areas not in progress at time of inspection.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee on duty
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. New employee with no food handler training
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna. See stop sale.
Basic/06-09-1/Warning
Food stored on floor. - Case of mayo on the cookline - cases of chips in the storage area
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of cups on the floor in the storage area
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Fabuloso spray bottle over clean containers
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Greater than 400 ppm quat. Operator diluted to 400 ppm quat
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at mop sink drain
Basic/29-11-4
Feb 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Three compartment sink area
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Turned off, hand sink in prep room
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above three compartment sink
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Three compartment sink area
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Jan 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Operator unable to provide documentation that fresh fish has been aquacultured, raised in a controlled environment, and fed formulated feed. Salmon
High priority/01D-08-5/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Three compartment sink area
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Turned off, hand sink in prep room
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above three compartment sink
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Three compartment sink area
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Green onions
Basic/08B-39-4/Warning
Sep 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For any current employees
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 17, 2024 · Time Extended
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees on duty
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 17, 2024 · Time Extended
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
Basic/35B-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 17, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. Samuels and Sons fresh salmon
High priority/01D-08-5/Warning
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Inside of box of souffle cups. Operator discarded box.
High priority/35A-23-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For any current employees
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees on duty
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
Basic/35B-03-4/Warning
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Less than 100 ppm quaternary.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jan 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. After handling money at register
High priority/12A-07-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Steve and Reagan
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Aug 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Greater than 400 ppm quat. Corrected to 400 ppm. Brand allows 150-400 ppm
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.