POKE HOUSE LAUDERDALE / NO MAN’S LAND
666 FEDERAL HWY, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304 · 754-200-4555
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 9 visits since May 2024
JAN 25
APR 25
FEB 26
APR 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler, raw chorizo was stored over butter and chopped spinach. Raw eggs were stored over truffle mayo and bottled water. The items were moved to be stored correctly
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At the mop sink, the mop was stored in the bucket with a small amount of water in the bottom. The mop was removed
Apr 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Jun 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Prep area reach in - milk - per operator opened 2 days ago. Operator date marked.
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/ PIC - Demetrius Cross.
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.
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority7 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 Bar soda guns. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cleaning bottles in hand sink next to triple sink. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine.
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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Reviewed Food Employee Reporting Agreement with operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Prep area hand sink and expo hand sink. Operator replaced.
Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta and spinach dip - per operator items prepared 2 days ago. Operator date marked.
Jun 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Last oyster tag not marked with last date served.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled spray bottles by triple sink. Operator labeled.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. All bar soda guns.
Jun 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. All Bar soda guns.
May 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. Right flip top - Raw beef and raw shrimp in upper section over ready to eat cooked pasta in lower section. Left flip top - raw oysters stored over ready to eat deviled eggs. Operator stored all items properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cheese in 2 door Hoshizaki reach in. Operator stored all items properly.
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 handout to operator.
Food manager certification expired. 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 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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. All Bar soda guns.
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.