POKE EXPRESS
3100 SW COLLEGE RD STE 202-5, Ocala FL 34474 · 352.617.0405
Last inspected Mar 23, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding at the prep area, raw chicken 45F, raw beef 46F, manger moved to freezer.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at the prep room, raw chicken 44F-45F, Manager moved to freezer, other foods at 42F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At the front counter grilled chicken 130F, per manager chicken was cooked at 10:00am, manager reheated to 165F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink at the prep room no water, Manager turned on water, very low pressure. Manager request plumbing services.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. For tuna and salmon, manager posted consumer advisory with an asterisk next to both items.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Manager posted during inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine with mold like substance, employee cleaned during inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Three tanks in front of ice machine not secured, manager secured during inspection.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At the front cooler, raw salmon and tuna stored above sauce, Manager moved.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding at the prep area, raw chicken 45F, raw beef 46F, manger moved to freezer.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Gallons of bleach next to paper towel, manager moved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink holder above syrups, manager moved
Jul 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/ No current manager certification for the establishment.
Apr 24, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/ No current manager certification for the establishment.
Feb 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. At the front counter area, raw salmon above krab and lettuce, manager moved.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at the prep area, raw beef 47F and 48F, aManager moved beef to freezer.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Female employee rinsed hands in triple sink after handling raw chicken, Manager instructed to use handwashing sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at the back area, measuring cup inside sink, manager removed.
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/ No current manager certification for the establishment.
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. For one male employee.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sinks no soap, manager provided.
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two co2 tanks not secured by desk in back of kitchen. Manager chained both co2 tanks during this inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nested clear plastic pans on shelf above three-compartment sink.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler: pans of raw shrimp and tuna on shelf over packages of prewashed spring mix. Moved during this inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Bowl with employee meal on shelf over vegetables. Employee removed.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Cardboard box that previously contained Tortilla packs holding fried tortilla strips. Employee removed strips from box.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm. Manager changed out low chemical bottle then 200 ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hot water faucet with hose attached at mop sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. One wet towel under cutting board at prep table, removed during this inspection.
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.