Heiwa's

7640 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31406

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Heiwa's has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 15, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food separated and protected”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Savannah facility scores 91, putting Heiwa's on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed improper separation of raw meats. Raw shell eggs stored over produce. Raw chicken stored over beef and shrimp. CA: Had PIC separate food product based on cook temperature.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee items (purse, food) in facility not stored in a designated area. CA: Had PIC move identified items to designated area. RCA: Employee items cannot not be stored over or on prep areas. Items also cannot be stored over or on single service items, food product or clean dishes.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoop in sugar without a handle, and a single service container. CA: PIC removed scoop and the single service container. RCA: PIC to use food grade scoop with handle.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

May 6, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Improper separation of raw meats. Sushi fish stored over and next to RTE items (green beans, garlic, cream cheese etc.). PIC reorganized based on cook temperature. Reviewed hand-out for the flow storage of food.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: -Employee personal items throughout facility. Discussed organizing personal items away from single service items, single service items or clean dishes.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Mar 4, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: -Observed employee beverage (without lid or straw) stored on prep area. Educated PIC on storing employee beverages under and below food product, single service items and clean dishes. Drinks cannot be stored over or on prep areas.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: -Food product in containers not labeled with common name of food. Educated PIC on labeling of common foods.

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

11C - approved thawing methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken and shrimp (in separate areas) thawing without being under running water. Educated PIC on keeping under cold running water or under refrigeration to thaw. Placed under running running water and in refrigeration.

511-6-1.04(6)(c)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Heiwa's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Heiwa's on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Heiwa's?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Heiwa's.

How does Heiwa's compare to other restaurants in Savannah?

Heiwa's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Savannah average of 91.

Has Heiwa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Heiwa's have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Heiwa's 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 Heiwa's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Heiwa's is inspected around two times per year on average.

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