Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach
Last inspected:
66 S Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach has accumulated 96 violations across 28 inspections since 2019, averaging 3.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2022 for rodent activity and faced repeated compliance callbacks over several months. Fire safety inspections identified a propane tank stored inside the building in 2025. The restaurant received one disciplinary action with a $400 fine.
Most recent closure: March 23, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
3.4
violations / inspection
3.4 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022005916 | $400.00 | Jan 18, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Propane tank in rear storage area **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 11 inspections40 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach last inspected?
- Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach last shut down?
- Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach was last shut down on March 23, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper sanitizing, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach had?
- Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach find?
- Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach been fined?
- Poke Poke in Cocoa Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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