POKE POKE
2734 FOWLER AVE STE C, Tampa FL 33612
Last inspected Sep 9, 2025 · 7 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
OCT 23
MAR 25
MAY 25
JUL 25
— STEADY
4 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Sent to manager at time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021044659 | Sep 14, 2021 | Mar 23, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Sep 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink has a splitter with no back flow protection device.
Jul 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink has a splitter with no back flow protection device.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No line level employees have serve safe certification.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in double door freezing by ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on handle on front line.
May 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink hose splitter without vacuum breaker at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
May 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 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. Sent to manager at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. On warning from inspection conducted on 3/18/2025.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. On warning from inspection conducted on 3/18/2025.
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. On warning from inspection conducted on 3/18/2025.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cups in green tea and black tea.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on watch on prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer door handle broke.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on side near register.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to 2 compartment sink.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic spoons not all facing the same direction.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table.
Mar 20, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink hose splitter without vacuum breaker at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Mar 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed salmon sold raw with operator unable to provide parasite destruction for salmon at time of inspection
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink hose splitter without vacuum breaker at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice bucket stored in hand wash sink in Peru storage room at time of inspection. Operator removed ice bucket during inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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 personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on prep table next to rice cookers. Operator moved phone during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed wash sink set up next to sanitize sink without a rinse sink. Operator set up wash, rinse and sanitize sink at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on walk in cooler floor at time of inspection.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Salmon has no parasite destruction salmon must be cooked before serving.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on food preparation table in back kitchen area. Manager discarded drink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand washing sink by office area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tuna thawing in food preparation sink with no running water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting on floor by back door preventing proper air drying.
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.