POKE & TEA
20465 OLD CULTER RD, Cutler Bay FL 33189 · 3478283279
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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JAN 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee removed watch and failed to wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tapioca pearl (105 F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. As per operator 2 hours ago. Employee reheated tampiocas to 182°F.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods.
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. Observed Stephanie P started working 3 weeks ago. Form was provided to operator via email.
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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. Observed Xinyi Chen 2 months.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed rice cooker handle soiled with old food debris.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a white cutting board no longer cleanable.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while engaged in food preparation. Employee removed it.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers above the 3 compartment sink not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container stored in the floor of the kitchen. Employee removed it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 71°F next to the rice cooker at the front counter.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tapioca pearls (109 F - Hot Holding)at the front counter. Operator reheated it to 182°F.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 opened bottles stored on preparation table at the kitchen area. Employee removed them.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
very slow draining water in handwash sink at the front counter.
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed salt container soiled in the kitchen area. Employee cleaned the container.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed rice cooker soiled with old food debris.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has 20 chairs and the license is just for 8 seats.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soy container stored on the floor. Employee removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils not stored inverted above 3 compartment sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the kitchen area.
May 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed a 1lb pack of ROP tuna located in walk in cooler thawed improperly.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mei Ling employed more than sixty days with no proof of training.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a container with no handle used as scoop for sugar. Manager threw container away during inspection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed a 1lb pack of ROP tuna located in walk in cooler thawed improperly.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop bucket stored in mop sink located in preparation area. Manager removed mop bucket from mop sink during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of rice not properly labeled with common name. Manager labeled container while conducting inspection.
Sep 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding) at front counter. Owner removed excess cream cheese and placed inside walk-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stored food dicer soiled with old food debris. Employee removed debris.
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. Observed food employees hired less than sixty days. No proof of employee health agreement. Printed and provided form. Employee reviewed and signed during inspection.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment approved for eight seats. Observed twenty at the time of licensing inspection. Printed and provided seating change form.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the bottom of rear exit door.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located at front counter. Discussed with owner.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored improperly. Owner hung to dry.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna and raw salmon stored over dressing at preparation cooler. Operator rearranged products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed masago (45F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per employee was out for approximately 2 hours. Employee placed it in ice. Final reading 37F.
Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test strip expired on 5-10-16.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food leftovers inside handwashing sink at front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside salt container. Operator removed bowl.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on the back exit door.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed forks at customer side of the counter not wrapped. Employee placed on container properly inverted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout preparation table. Employee placed the wet towel inside sanitizer.
Mar 6, 2024Inspection 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a tray with kitchen items stored in the hws located next to the three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled, cooler located at front counter.
Dec 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. By the prep sink in the prep area.
Aug 3, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate14 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed windex stored next to a container with strawberry jelly.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed plastic sushi mold surface soiled with mold like substance.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In the preparation area observed plastic lids stored in the hand sink. Employee removed it on site.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees washing dishes in the hand wash sink located at front counter.
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 all employees.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. In the food storage shelves observed MSG seasoning and salt stored in clear plastic container not labeled as specified by law.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. In all hand sinks.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Rice cookers exterior with old food debris.
Ceiling tile missing. By the prep sink in the prep area.
Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at warewashing area. Observed clean equipment's stored on soiled rack stored on 3 compartment sink drain board in the kitchen.
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. Observed employees cups stored on prep table located next to the ice machine in the preparation area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In the RIF located next to the ice machine observed employee Pancakes stored with food served to the costumer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. iPhone, chargerCell phone stored on preparation table located next to the ice machine in the preparation area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor, kitchen floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed surface soiled with, food debris, dirt, dust. Interior of the HWS, dispensing soap, underneath the preparation table, exterior of the reach in cooler, on preparation table next to the ice machine all located in the preparation area.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. RIF located next to the ice machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. On the preparation table located in the preparation area observed, raw chicken and raw salmon thawing at room temperature. Employee placed both food items back in the reach in cooler for proper thawing.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Beach chair, repair tools stored in premises.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Wet wiping cloths stored on preparation tables.
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.