Ocean Poke

5353 N. Socrum Loop Rd., Lakeland, FL 33809
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Ocean Poke has been inspected nine times since 2022. On Jan 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with debris, dirt”, which has been cited two times.

Among Lakeland restaurants, the typical score is 85; Ocean Poke is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with debris, dirt. Observed on exterior sides of self serve fountain drink machine.
23-03-4
95
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
23-03-4
95
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of rice in dry food storage area, employee removed from floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
86
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
95
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2023 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice utensil in water 77F. at front counter.
10-07-4
82
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ocean Poke last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ocean Poke on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ocean Poke?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with debris, dirt” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ocean Poke.

How does Ocean Poke compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Ocean Poke most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 85.

Has Ocean Poke's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ocean Poke have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ocean 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 Ocean Poke inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ocean Poke is inspected around three times per year on average.