POKE I LOVE YOU
13612 W SR 84, Davie FL 33325 · 6096865347
Last inspected Oct 29, 2025 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Observed raw chicken stored over mixed vegetables in chest freezer.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Oct 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish stored over corn dog in reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken hot held at 125F in steam warmer. Per operator, chicken placed in unit 2 hours before the inspection. Operator increased the temperature on the unit.
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. Observed some employees training certification expired on 10/5/2025.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in storage area show signs of water damage.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases with cappuccino powder stored on dry storage floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing at room temperature at prep sink at 43F. Operator relocate to reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 24, 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored in kratos refrigerator not segregated or identified from restaurant foods.
Food stored on floor. -Observed case with crispy onions stored on floor at frontline used. Operator removed and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing at room temperature at prep area. Operator removed and stored in reach in cooler.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Observed ceiling tiles missing in storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice machine. Operator removed scoop handle and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed a deep fryer in use in establishment.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing in storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation of dust buildup on AC vents and ceiling tiles throughout prep areas.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed unwashed ripe bananas stored over cut avocado in reach in cooler at front line.
Feb 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 2 dented cans of mushrooms in dry storage area, operator informed and stop sale issued.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Observed raw chicken stored over mixed vegetables in chest freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed at 11:50a.m. Tofu cold held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit in front line cooler. Per operator, item transfer to unit at 10:30 a.m. Operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed rice berries hot held at 109F in crock pot. Per operator, item reheat and transfer to unit 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator reheat to 171F.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Observed ceiling in dry storage area in disrepairs.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee drinks stored on food preparation table next to open container with fish. Operator removed and stored properly.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from an open container in food preparation area.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with fish stored on kitchen floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -Observed scoops with handles stored in rice containers. Operator removed
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed takeout containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Feb 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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/ Food manager certification provided is expired- Manlika Zhong 3/11/2018
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee discarded personal coffee drink at hand washing sink. Educate operator of proper used of hand washing sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cell phones in top of prep table, at front counter. Operator removed.
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.