THE POKE COMPANY Health Score — Tampa, FL

1208 E KENNEDY BLVD STE 116, Tampa, FL 33602

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 3
Inspected 8/26/2026
Tampa avg 91 / 100
B
75 / 100
Good

3 high-risk issues, 1 moderate issue, 1 minor issue found

Inspected August 26, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 8% of restaurants in Tampa. The city average ClearScore is 91 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
3
Moderate
1
Minor
1

Violations Found

  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination
  • High Risk Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities
  • Moderate Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Minor Food management certification valid / Employee training verification

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Frequently Asked Questions

THE POKE COMPANY received a ClearScore of 75/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on August 26, 2026. 5 violations were found, including 3 high-risk issues. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

The most recent inspection of THE POKE COMPANY on August 26, 2026 found 5 violations: 3 high-risk, 1 moderate, and 1 minor. High-risk violations are the most serious category and require immediate correction under Florida law.

THE POKE COMPANY was last inspected on August 26, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

THE POKE COMPANY received a Grade B (ClearScore 75/100) on its most recent inspection. There were 3 high-risk violations noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

The most recent inspection found 5 violations at THE POKE COMPANY: 1. Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS) 2. Food protection, cross-contamination 3. Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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