Lemon Shark Poke
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Lemon Shark Poke has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Lemon Shark Poke was last inspected on Feb 2, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
“No proof provided that food employees are informed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Palm Beach Gardens restaurant, which scores around 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - 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. New employee hired less than 60 days without information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee signed document. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. At storage rack, bowls stored, not inverted. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At storage rack, bowls stored with water, not properly air dried. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. At front counter, single service items stored on floor. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator moved items to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
78
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm corrected to 200ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
86
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400ppm) corrected to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Quaternary 400ppm) corrected to 200ppm; **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
74
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two dented can of jalapeños - see stop sale.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler raw fish stored over bags of chopped mangos - operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. At walk in cooler -Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna loins bearing a label indicating to removed from packaging- see stop sale.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - 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/
53A-05-6
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. At walk in cooler -Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna loins bearing a label indicating to removed from packaging- see stop sale.
06-09-1
55
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - 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 Alyssa hired 1 week ago emailed form operator
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on true 3 door reach in freezer
14-11-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Around ice shoot at self service station. Operator cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
82
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line; cold holding-seaweed 48°F, krab meat 48°F,corn 54°F, marinated onions 54°F, pickled onions 54°F, diced mango 54°F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Yellow fin tuna loins were thawed in Reduced oxygen packaging. Ground Yellow fin tuna thawed in reduced oxygen packaging. See stop sale. **Warning**
06-09-1
82
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quat test kit provided for triple sink. Operator states they are ordered **Corrective Action Taken**
16-37-1
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Rice scoops stored in dipper well with insufficient velocity. Operator turned up velocity of water. Discussed with operator **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of mold-like substance around ice chute at self service drink station. Discussed with operator
22-20-5
82
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food....raw sea food above boiled eggs, ginger at walk in cooler . Employee properly stored food **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. ..sesame seeds, Furikaki at dry storage shelf . Employee labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lemon Shark Poke last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lemon Shark Poke on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lemon Shark Poke?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lemon Shark Poke.
How does Lemon Shark Poke compare to other restaurants in Palm Beach Gardens?
Lemon Shark Poke most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Palm Beach Gardens average of 81.
Has Lemon Shark Poke's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lemon Shark Poke have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lemon Shark Poke means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Lemon Shark Poke inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lemon Shark Poke is inspected around three times per year on average.
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