Pokebowl Station
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
67
Score
Pokebowl Station appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
Looking across the full record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Gainesville restaurant, which scores around 75. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Aug 22, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
52
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the front line: tuna 50, salmon 49°. Fish package is cut open, and placed in a room temperature bowl to be broken up. Then placed in a small room temperature bowl for front line service. These items are now iced down. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: multiple cans of spray Febreeze and hand conditioner stored over liquid chocolate. The cans were moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
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. Observed: only 2 certificates when there are multiple employees over 60 days.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed: the digital probe thermometer was not operable upon inspection. Batteries were found and it now functions and is accurate. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed: green wash cloth used under a cutting board in the prep area.
21-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed: the wall over the 3 compartment sink is soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed: multiple drinks on a prep table or next to guest food or single serve items. The staff started to make changes to keep one area for employee drinks only. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
52
Oct 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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/ Observed: upon entry 4 staff who handle food, no Certified Food Manager. The Certified Food Manager came back 15 minutes later **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
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. Observed: upon arrival, no Employee Training available for review. The certificates were filled out while on site. Employees agreed they had the training 2 months ago. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed: employee thermos stored over canned goods. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed: the floor under the counter, shelves and equipment has dark build up.
36-10-4
74
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed: both hand wash sink having sanitizer loaded in dispenser. Soap was added to both. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed: a bottle of pink liquid in the wait station. A soap label was added. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener with dried food debris on the blade. This was moved to the 3 compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed: 1 hand wash sinks lacking soap. Soap was added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 bulk items having handleless containers to be used as a scoop. These to go containers were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed: water bottles on various prep surfaces. These were moved or discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
58
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
67
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored above microwave and prep table and single serve plastic wrap.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed commercial can opener blade soiled with food debris as well as can opener holder
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee water bottles stored on prep tables in kitchen and front server line.
12B-07-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados stored over vinegar in dry goods storage area .
08B-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in kitchen working containers of food (white substance) removed from original container with no identification of food product stored in container over three compartment sink.
02D-01-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pokebowl Station last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pokebowl Station on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pokebowl Station?
Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pokebowl Station.
How does Pokebowl Station compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Pokebowl Station most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Pokebowl Station's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pokebowl Station have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pokebowl Station 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 Pokebowl Station inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pokebowl Station is inspected around two times per year on average.
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