Hibachi Way
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2023, Hibachi Way has seven inspections in the public record. Hibachi Way was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Food stored on floor” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Among Tamarac restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
78
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
May 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pan of vegetables (116-125F - Hot Holding) stored at room temperature on flip top cutting board. Per operator held out or temperature less than 1 hour. Operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of soy sauce on walk in floor
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature 77F and 113F and 82F at soup station.
10-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. I wet mop wet nesting inside mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cornstarch. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk-in cooler sliced raw chicken over bucket of rte sauce and bucket of sushi ginger. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
16-37-1
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Screened door at ready of kitchen has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container frying oil stored on floor in kitchen next to hand washing sink. Observed plastic containers of mayonnaise stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature 74F . Manager changed water. Rechecked temperature 168F **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop sink.
42-01-4
64
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, container of cut raw chicken above buckets of prepared sauces. Employee moved chicken to bottom shelf to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Containers of fryer oil, soy sauce, and plastic bottled water and soda cases on floor in kitchen area. Buckets of house sauces on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice paddles in standing water on prep table in front cooking area.
10-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar in kitchen missing label.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 1) Plastic cup in bulk container of spicy mayo in walk in cooler 2) plastic cups in bulk containers of sugar and cornstarch in kitchen Employee removed all cups. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
Apr 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Licensing inspection. Operator provided information for obtaining CFM. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-01-7
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. Licensing inspection. operator provided information for obtaining training for staff.
53B-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hibachi Way last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hibachi Way on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hibachi Way?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hibachi Way.
How does Hibachi Way compare to other restaurants in Tamarac?
Hibachi Way most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tamarac average of 77.
Has Hibachi Way's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hibachi Way have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Hibachi Way 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 Hibachi Way inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hibachi Way is inspected around three times per year on average.
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