Smilefin Poke
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
90
Score
Smilefin Poke has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 17, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited three times.
Among Bradenton restaurants, the typical score is 83; Smilefin Poke is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vent over the reach in cooler soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door without an auto door closure. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
90
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the cook line handwashing sink had a table in front of it with a rice cooker on it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vent over the reach in cooler soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees without a hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door without an auto door closure. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-03-4
70
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed an employee handling utensils then preparing food without a hand wash.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the cook line handwashing sink had a table in front of it with a rice cooker on it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vent over the reach in cooler soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee cooking without a hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door without an auto door closure. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
67
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The cook line handwashing sink had a table in front of it with a rice cooker on it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door without an auto door closure. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed a grease buildup on the hood filters over the cooking area beginning to drip. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed beef rib lying on top of cut chicken and cut beef stored over salmon not in original packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed both handwashing sinks blocked. The kitchen hand washing sink had a cover in the basin and a cutting board blocking the sink. The cook line handwashing sink had a table in front of it with a rice cooker on it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ready to eat all food items prepared on site without date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees food and drink being consumed on top of reach in freezer in back kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
61
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Rice (67 - Cooling) in reach-in cooler in rear of kitchen to the left of the reach-in freezer chest at 3:00 PM. Employee stated that the rice was cooked last night. Employee set rice aside to discard.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Rice (67 - Cooling) in reach-in cooler in rear of kitchen to the left of the reach-in freezer chest at 3:00 PM. Employee stated that the rice was cooked last night. Employee set rice aside to discard. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods with an accumulation of grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed accumulation of food debris on microwave handles in kitchen in dry storage area.
23-24-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to go bowl used as a scoop in dry good container. Operator removed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
64
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel used to line container of spiral zucchini on line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
Intermediate - Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Observed menu with imitation crab listed as crab stick on menu. Operator corrected sign and changed to imitation krab. **Corrected On-Site**
52-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop for sugar and brown sugar. Operator removed bowls. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease and food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed two wet wiping cloths stored on counter. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smilefin Poke last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smilefin Poke on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smilefin Poke?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Smilefin Poke.
How does Smilefin Poke compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Smilefin Poke most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Smilefin Poke's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smilefin Poke have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Smilefin 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 Smilefin Poke inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smilefin Poke is inspected around three times per year on average.
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