Phoenix Hibachi House

1750 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Phoenix Hibachi House has been inspected seven times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 18, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Phoenix restaurants. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Discussed with operator at least on person in charge shall have a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certification. Ensure to provide a copy by next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels available at hand sink. Discussed with operator paper towels shall be available at hand sink for adequate hand drying during hours of operation. Operator proceeded to provide paper towels at time of inspection
6-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd Repeat violation: Ensure at least one person in charge has a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certification
2-102.12(A)
86
Aug 15, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd consecutive violation. Employee unable to present a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certification. Ensure have a person in charge with a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Jul 29, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd consecutive violation. Employee unable to present a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certification. Ensure have a person in charge with a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Discussed with operator any additional cooler and freezer in larger dinning shall be removed. Or apply for a remodel/ review application to obtain approval from Environmental Services
6-501.114
90
Apr 22, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed old food debris in floors, walls and ceilings including equipment and shelving throughout kitchen area. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize all areas including filters under exhaust hood. Maintain as needed
6-501.12
90
Dec 6, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present during hours of operations and during inspections
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed staff wash and rinse off equipment with no sanitization step. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels
4-501.114(A-E)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: During inspection no staff on site had certified food manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer for wiping cloths in kitchen. Sanitizer for wiping cloths must be at 100 ppm if using bleach as sanitizer
3-304.14
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Phoenix Hibachi House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Phoenix Hibachi House on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Phoenix Hibachi House?

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

How does Phoenix Hibachi House compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Phoenix Hibachi House most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Phoenix Hibachi House's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Phoenix Hibachi House 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 Phoenix Hibachi House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Phoenix Hibachi House is inspected around four times per year on average.