Ichi Hibachi
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
70
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Ichi Hibachi stretching back to 2022. Ichi Hibachi was last inspected on Mar 17, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “working containers of food removed” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
By comparison, the average Punta Gorda facility scores 82, putting Ichi Hibachi on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm on test strip at 3 compartment sink. Operator added more water to correct to 100ppm on test strip. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg roll not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone at prep table. Operator removed the phone from the prep table to a different location away from food items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not labeled at cookline. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
70
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over whole onions at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items not covered at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed food grade plastic over the stored food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle at rice container. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf. Educated to compliance by placing containers on the side to allow airflow. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink set up with rinse, wash and sanitize. Educated to compliance by rearranging to wash, rinse and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site**
16-13-5
70
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over sauce at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinsing hands at 3 compartment sink. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands at kitchen handwash sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauce not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Large utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large spoons not inverted at dish shelf.
24-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food residue buildup at flour container. Operator cleaned the container. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
64
Oct 21, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed no time marked for sushi rice at container. Operator time marked the sushi rice. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-02-5
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 open package of raw chicken over raw fish at Walk in Freezer. Operator moved the raw chicken to the bottom shelf at Walk in Freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at prep table next to Deep Fryer. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of disposable cups on the floor at kitchen. Operator removed the box of cups off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed whole onion bag on the floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food item off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles at dry storage area.
36-17-5
61
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
70
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed over 200ppm at 3 compartment sink. Operator corrected to 100ppm by adding more water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed sushi rice at sushi station. Operator time marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wiping hands on soiled apron at cookline and then engaging in touching clean utensils. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed behind Walk in Cooler and Freezer handles. Operator cleaned behind the handles. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
61
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator moved the raw chicken to a safe location. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked shrimp at prep table next to Deep Fryer. Operator time marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
58
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01D-03-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken behind raw beef at Make Table. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf. Educated the operator.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not labeled at cookline. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
64
Aug 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over mushrooms. Operator removed the mushrooms to a proper and safe location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed washed, sanitizer, rinse at 3 compartment sink. Educated the operator to compliance by setting it up in the correct order of wash, rinse and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site**
16-13-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ichi Hibachi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ichi Hibachi on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ichi Hibachi?
Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Ichi Hibachi.
How does Ichi Hibachi compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Ichi Hibachi most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Ichi Hibachi's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ichi Hibachi have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ichi Hibachi means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Ichi Hibachi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ichi Hibachi is inspected around three times per year on average.
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