Hibino Lic

10-70 Jackson Avenue, Queens, NY 11101

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Hibino Lic stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 6, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with three violations after six on the prior visit.

When inspectors have written things up, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Hibino Lic's latest score of 70 falls below the Queens average of 75. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

May 27, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.

02F

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

10F

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Dec 14, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

06C

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hibino Lic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hibino Lic on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hibino Lic?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hibino Lic.

How does Hibino Lic compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Hibino Lic most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Hibino Lic's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hibino Lic have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about six previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hibino Lic 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 Hibino Lic inspected?

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

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