Okee Pokè
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Okee Pokè 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 28, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Okeechobee restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Snap traps under triple sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-23-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches under sink on stick trap. Operator removed and cleaned area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair: Display glass cracked at sushi area.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed , behind equipment, at water heater.
36-01-4
74
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Water leaking from faucet at triple sink.
29-11-4
95
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
78
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-17: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Breading removed from bulk not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-17: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
86
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. Salmon not for raw consumption at cooler. Operator removed and will cook to required temperature. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01D-08-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Five rodent droppings under sink at line. Operator will clean and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
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. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles at sink. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Breading removed from bulk not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
50
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-06: Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
90
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
53A-08-4
67
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind coolers.
36-01-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Okee Pokè last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Okee Pokè on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Okee Pokè?
Across the inspection record, “floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Okee Pokè.
How does Okee Pokè compare to other restaurants in Okeechobee?
Okee Pokè most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Okeechobee average of 81.
Has Okee Pokè's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Okee Pokè have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Okee Pokè 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 Okee Pokè inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Okee Pokè is inspected around three times per year on average.
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