Poke Fin
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
100
Score
Poke Fin has been inspected 12 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 11, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to the broader Cocoa Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2026
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter on wall in rear kitchen does not have a date of last service **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
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. On warning from previous inspection **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5
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. On warning from previous inspection **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Rear exterior storage closet has no ceiling. Exposed insulation over soda bibs and drinks
08B-36-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
67
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In open reach-in cooler at service counter seaweed (56F - Cold Holding); tofu (58F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label
01B-13-4
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**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on water in kitchen
29-28-4
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. Fully thawed raw tuna and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
06-09-1
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm at front counter. Operator remade 150ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
50
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Sharon
53B-14-5
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. Fully thawed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
06-09-1
74
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In 2 door prep top reach in cooler at center of kitchen raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); krab (53F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In 2 door prep top reach in cooler at center of kitchen raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); krab (53F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE
03A-02-5
74
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In reach in freezer. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
95
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler of kitchen tofu (52F - Cold Holding); krab (51F - Cold Holding).
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Masago **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
70
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food being prepared outside. Inspector observed cut up chicken in cooler, when asked employee, she stated on grill outside. Operator is aware that outside cooking on smoker/grill is limited to bulk, large portions only, not individual pieces. Failure to comply May result in Administrative Complaint. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-22: Observed individual pieces of chicken being cut, when asked where it was cooked, they stated on grill outside. As previously stated to operator, smokers are limited to bulk cooking only. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: Not cooking chicken at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
08B-32-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Poke Fin last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Poke Fin on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Poke Fin?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Poke Fin.
How does Poke Fin compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?
Poke Fin most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.
Has Poke Fin's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Poke Fin have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Poke Fin 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 Poke Fin inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Poke Fin is inspected around three times per year on average.
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