POKE&HABACHI
1514 E FOWLER AVE STE B, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-280-9010
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 30 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2024.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024065854 | Oct 17, 2024 | Dec 19, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small green cutting board in kitchen area has stains and is no longer cleanable.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink in kitchen has plastic lid stored inside it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in white freezer across from three compartment sink.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in white freezer in back kitchen area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil's stored inside standing water at 71F. Employee discarded water and placed utensil at dishwasher.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe is disconnected underneath handwashing sink in back kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sauces removed from original containers and placed in clear bottles has no labeling of ingested inside reach in cooler by front counter.
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee can of monster energy drink stored in reach in cooler. Chef removed drink and discarded drink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking underneath handwashing sink on cooks line.
Oct 22, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce, oil stored on floor. Discussed with operator.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster
Oct 22, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water. Water shut off to entire establishment, operator states water should be repaired within a week. Operators have water stations for handwashing set up with potable water, one in front service counter that is also used for drinking and one set up in dishwashing area for washing dishes. Discussed with operator.
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/ 4 employees present at time of inspection.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. No running water available to restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce, oil stored on floor. Discussed with operator.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed zucchini stored over raw salmon used for poke bowls. Discussed with operator, operator moved at time of inspection.
Oct 17, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water. Water shut off to entire establishment, operator states water should be repaired within a week. Operators have water stations for handwashing set up with potable water, one in front service counter that is also used for drinking and one set up in dishwashing area for washing dishes. Discussed with operator.
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 education packet containing cleanup procedure.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink in back kitchen area used to store pans. Discussed with operator.
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/ 4 employees present at time of inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator hand wrote consumer advisory at time of inspection and posted on wall.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. No running water available to restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drink on prep table.
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce, oil stored on floor. Discussed with operator.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken being thawed on counter, discussed with operator on thawing under running water. Operator removed and placed in walk in.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed zucchini stored over raw salmon used for poke bowls. Discussed with operator, operator moved at time of inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Discussed with operator on placing mop to dry after use.
Apr 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2024.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. sushi rice 106 F, discussed time as a public health control.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Wet wiping cloth in handwash sink, operator removed at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee empty pan in handwash sink.
Food stored on floor. Meat on walk in cooler floor, lettuce and oil on floor near walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep cooler.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 45 F in reach in cooler, operator placed on ice.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl in handwash sink, operator removed at time of inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator provided one food handler certification.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls with no handle in containers of salt and rice in dry storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on cutting board.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting above 3 Compartment Sink.
Food stored on floor. Sprouts on floor in walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic bowls on floor in hallway, operator removed at time of inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth next to hand wash sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of salt not labeled in dry storage.
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.