Hibachi Express

1701 N Ashley St, Valdosta, GA 31601

Japanese / Sushi

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Hibachi Express, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 28, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to other Valdosta restaurants (averaging 93), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 28, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: -Observed facility has failed to maintain Certified Food Safety Manager Certification. Old Certification is still posted. CA: Food Service establishment must have Certified Food Safety Manager. CTM, Please obtain Certified Food Safety Manager Certification and send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov within 72hrs. Facility will be placed on risk control plan until certification is obtained.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: -Observed large amount of rodent droppings in utility cabinet adjacent to prep area in rear kitchen area of the facility and hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink. Shredded plastic was also in cabinet with lids for portion cups. CA: Facility must ensure insects, rodents, animals and/or evidence of activity is not present. *CTM, notify pest control and clean area. Send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov within 72hrs.

511-6-1.07(5)(l)

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

Inspector notes: -Observed multiple employee food items stored with facility items in walk in cooler of facility; 3 tupperware containers stored on top shelf of walk in cooler above noodles, 2 tupperware stored on top shelf above noodles and eggs and next to crab rangoons, and bag items ie: rotisserie chicken stored above containers of broccoli. -Observed employee cell phone and earphone case stored on prep table container TPHC stored chicken and raw meat items in ice bath in cook area of the kitchen. CA: All employee items must be stored in designated areas to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, and single service articles. *COS, Cell phone and earphones were stored in break area upon request. Create designated area for employee food storage in bin in walk in cooler.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Oct 22, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: -Observed current Certified Food Safety Manager Certificate posted with expiration date of 5/9/22. *CTM, Obtain Certified Food Safety Manager Certification and send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov within 72hrs.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

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

Inspector notes: -Observed employee drink with lid and without straw stored on the prep table across from the veggie/ meat/ 3 compartment sink in the side area of the rear kitchen. -Observed employee drink without lid and straw stored on prep table directly next to the meat/veggie prep sink area in the side rear kitchen area of the facility. -Observed employee drink stored on prep table closest to fried rice cookers in the cook area of the rear kitchen. Approved employee drinks must be in single service beverage cup with lid and straw and stored to prevent contamination. *COS, Employee drinks were moved to prevent contamination by employees upon request.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Feb 19, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: -Servesafe is expired. CTM: email matthew.turner@dph.ga.gov when obtain an employee with a certificate or when you take the test or schedule the class.

511-6-1-.03(3)(d)

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Facility's CFSM certification expired and been over 90 days. CTM: email matthew.turner@dph.ga.gov when obtain an employee with a certificate or when you take the test or schedule the class.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

Apr 23, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hibachi Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hibachi Express on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hibachi Express?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hibachi Express.

How does Hibachi Express compare to other restaurants in Valdosta?

Hibachi Express most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Valdosta average of 93.

Has Hibachi Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hibachi Express have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hibachi Express 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 Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hibachi Express is inspected around two times per year on average.

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