Poke Poke
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
86
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Poke Poke stretching back to 2022. On Dec 10, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Port St. Lucie average 81, so Poke Poke is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. A.D. Emailed to Manager. Printed and signed by employee and Manager. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager corrected. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpsters. In a shared plaza.
33-11-4
82
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Found at 79f. Provided education and suggestions. Manager removed all together. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-05-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen sink. Manager provided napkins. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Educated Manager.
05-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Educated Manager. Manager corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. House base sauce on floor. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
64
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw meats over edamame **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink was hooked to a portable washer. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Togo bowls stored on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drinks above drink mixes
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 76f **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods
23-03-4
58
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in back of house spoke with Derrick and extended to next unannounced
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
74
Nov 16, 2022
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 121f hot holding , advised rapid reheat
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw fish **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ready to eat crab sticks **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray cleaner next to serving bowl above canned foods **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near cash register **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bulk sugars **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under cooking equipment and hoods
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Three compartment sink near cash register **Corrected On-Site**
29-20-5
43
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ground beef over heavy cream and crea,m cheese. Manager placed on bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Salmon and tuna on menu. Manager started to mark and add a stick to menu. Make sure all menus note which food are going to be served raw. **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. In a shared plaza
33-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods, areas around cooking equipment **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. In a shared plaza
33-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Poke Poke last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Poke Poke on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Poke Poke?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Poke Poke.
How does Poke Poke compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?
Poke Poke most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.
Has Poke Poke's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Poke Poke have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Poke 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 Poke Poke inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Poke Poke is inspected around two times per year on average.
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