Kami Poke
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Kami Poke nine times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 9, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
By comparison, the average Tallahassee facility scores 87, putting Kami Poke on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp cold holding for less than 4 hours during time of inspection. Operator placed shrimp inside walk in cooler during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - 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 on top of beef inside reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of bean sprouts stored in floor inside walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign inside men and women's bathroom.
31B-04-4
64
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - 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 out of its original packaging stored on top of beef in freezer. Operator properly placed chicken during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food item cold holding less than 4 hours: Shrimp 47F. Operator placed shrimp inside walk in cooler during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork sitting in water to thaw. Operator placed pork under running water during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
67
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle of sanitizer without a label.
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand sink at front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. All shelving with rust inside walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on floor next to three compartment sink.
08B-38-4
70
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lomein 50°F in walk in cooler, per owner placed 2 hours ago, owner placed in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard in floor near fryers.
36-06-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 6/1/24. Owner printed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clam shell containers stored upright near handwashing sink in rear of kitchen.
25-06-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor, front line.
21-38-4
64
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing beans off inside of the employee hand sink on the front line.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - 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. Tuna. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues on the cook line.
22-16-4
58
Aug 29, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair
FL-52
15
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl being used as a scoop inside flour across from sushi station.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks unsecured under hand washing sink.
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls stored left of hand washing sink stored upright.
24-05-4
Basic - Food-contact surface of silverware provided for customers at salad bar/buffet not properly protected. Observed utensils in box stored right of soda machine unprotected.
24-19-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop touching rice across from the sushi station.
10-06-5
Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed wet plastic plates stored left of hand washing sink.
25-22-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed onions and cabbage uncovered in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
70
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kami Poke last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kami Poke on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kami Poke?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kami Poke.
How does Kami Poke compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Kami Poke most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Kami Poke's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kami Poke have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Kami Poke means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Kami Poke inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kami Poke is inspected around three times per year on average.
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