Poke Hawaii
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
78
Score
Poke Hawaii has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Poke Hawaii's latest score is in line with the Fort Myers average of 80. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container inside hand washing sink at end of three compartment sink. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go soup bowl used as scoop in bulk rice at end of cook's line. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop buried in ice bin. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use spatula in standing water 66F on table behind cook's reach in cooler on cook's line. Operator placed spatula in three compartment sink to clean.
10-07-4
78
Sep 16, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed nasal spray stored in stand up reach in cooler with double stainless steel doors across from ice machine. Operator removed medicine from reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid under prep table in kitchen area. Operator removed from kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Operator refilled towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed styrofoam to go cup used as scoop in bulk container of sugar. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use meat cleaver stored between equipment on cook's line. Operator removed cleaver to get cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
61
Jun 24, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed cook touch raw shrimp then wash hands without using soap at sink on end of cooks line. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container in hand washing sink at front counter. Operator removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with yellow liquid under flat top next to degreaser.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal cup used to scoop ice. Operator removed cup from ice. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean utensils stored upright on shelf above three compartment sink.
24-18-4
61
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cups and a mixing spoon inside hand washing sink by front counter. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food at front counter.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting over three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use cleaver stored in cracks of equipment on cook's line. Operator removed cleaver and placed in dish area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas used to serve rice in standing water 79F. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
70
May 2, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bar spoon in hand washing sink by front counter. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting boards on prep table with deep cuts and grooves.
14-09-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease buildup on hoods and fire suppression system above flat top grill.
36-68-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed cleaver stored between equipment on cook's line. Operator removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spatulas stored in standing water of 76F. Operator replaced with sanitized spatulas. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board on prep table on back side of cook's line.
21-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored on floor by mop sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food at front counter with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
64
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Sep 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
64
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner on dry storage shelf next to vinegar bottles. Operator removed from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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 Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pot stored in hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go container with no handle being used as a scoop in bulk container of rice. Operator removed from container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while preparing food for customers at front counter. Employee put on hat during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
55
Nov 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw salmon over unwashed lettuce in walk-in cooler. Operator moved salmon to bottom shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed running water at hand washing sink not 100F. Operator is boiling bottled water for hand washing until water heater is repaired. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels by hand washing sink next to fryer in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Operator boiling water for ware washing until water heater is repaired. **Warning**
27-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin in kitchen area. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food for customers in kitchen area. **Warning**
13-07-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Poke Hawaii last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Poke Hawaii on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Poke Hawaii?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Poke Hawaii.
How does Poke Hawaii compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Poke Hawaii most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Poke Hawaii's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Poke Hawaii have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Poke Hawaii 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 Hawaii inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Poke Hawaii is inspected around three times per year on average.
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