Pockets Pool & Pub

2810 Sharer Rd Suite 7, Tallahassee, FL 32312

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Pockets Pool & Pub has been inspected seven times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 11, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 87, which Pockets Pool & Pub's 78 doesn't quite reach. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles on dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

41-17-4

May 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 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. Eggs over cheese in reach in cooler.

08A-05-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles on dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Several in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

29-18-4

Feb 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

May 9, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Dented cans present. # 10 can of jalapeños peppers. Removed from stock.

01B-01-4

Jan 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed multiple food items held at above 41F in make table/reach in cooler at cook line: Make Table: diced tomatoes 56F, sliced tomatoes 58F, diced chicken 60F, shredded cheese blend 58F, sliced ham 56F, turkey 56F. Reach in Cooler: uncooked bacon 55F and sour cream 55F.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple food items held at above 41F in make table/reach in cooler at cook line: Make Table: diced tomatoes 56F, sliced tomatoes 58F, diced chicken 60F, shredded cheese blend 58F, sliced ham 56F, turkey 56F. Per employee all food items have been held over four hours. See stop sale. Reach in Cooler: sliced tomatoes 54F, shredded cheese blend 52F, uncooked bacon 55F, diced chicken 52F, sour cream 55F, ambient temperature 52F at 4:30. Per manager sliced tomatoes, shredded cheese blend, and diced chicken prepared today at 2:30 and moved food items to colder reach in cooler for proper cold holding. See stop sale for other food items. Per manager maintenance will be scheduled for make table/reach in cooler repair and food will not be stored in reach in cooler until repaired.

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of slime-like substance in soda nozzles at soda machine in storage area.

22-02-4

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed make table/reach in cooler at cook line maintaining ambient temperature 52F at 4:30 and 5:15.

14-74-7

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water handle inoperable at hand wash sink in dish area.

29-08-4

Mar 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed seasoning with plastic soufle cups with no handle. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Oct 11, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pockets Pool & Pub last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pockets Pool & Pub on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pockets Pool & Pub?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pockets Pool & Pub.

How does Pockets Pool & Pub compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Pockets Pool & Pub most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Pockets Pool & Pub's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pockets Pool & Pub have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pockets Pool & Pub 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 Pockets Pool & Pub inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pockets Pool & Pub is inspected around two times per year on average.

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