Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
43
Last inspection
October 21, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
34 / 9
Poke currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 21, 2025 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 43 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Non-Critical
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Latest Inspection Details
October 21, 2025
- Date
- October 21, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 43
- Critical points
- 34
- Non-critical points
- 9
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Oct 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 17, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Poke received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in November 2022 with a score of 12.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Poke's latest score: 43
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poke's current NYC health grade?
Poke does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Poke last inspected?
Poke was last inspected on October 21, 2025.
What was Poke's latest inspection score?
Poke's latest inspection score was 43 points.
How many violations did Poke have in its latest inspection?
Poke had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Poke located?
Poke is located at 343 East 85th Street in Manhattan, NY 10028.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50089311
Last updated: June 26, 2026