OKEE POKÈ
122 SE PARK ST, Okeechobee FL 34972 · 8636236548
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Snap trap under triple sink.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024001608 | Nov 15, 2023 | Jun 20, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Observed: Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment: rodent bait block under handwashing sink. Operator will removed. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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. Employee signed. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Equipment in poor repair. Display case cover cracked. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at prep sink area. Priority: Basic
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Snap traps under triple sink. Operator removed.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches under sink on stick trap. Operator removed and cleaned area.
Equipment in poor repair: Display glass cracked at sushi area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, behind equipment, at water heater.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Water leaking from faucet at triple sink.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink: operator used triple sink. Operator washed hands at appropriate location.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink with sponge. Operator removed.
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.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored: squeeze bottles at triple sink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Operator removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator placed hair restraint on head.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Snap trap under triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Krab in sink to thaw. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at grill area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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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.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Breading removed from bulk not labeled. Operator labeled.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. Salmon not for raw consumption at cooler. Operator removed and will cook to required temperature.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Five rodent droppings under sink at line. Operator will clean and sanitize.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles at sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Breading removed from bulk not labeled. Operator labeled.
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.