Anaba Japanese Cuisine

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Anaba Japanese Cuisine was last inspected on Feb 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The most recent inspection turned up five violations, more than the one found previously.

Across the inspection history, thermometers provided and accurate is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Food Service Establishment Inspection

5 minor violations.

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Thermometers provided and accurate

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(2)(d)9. Reach-in coolers and sushi bar coolers did not have thermometers; please ensure all coolers and freezers have a working and accurate thermometer.

1200-23-01-.04(2)(d)9

Wiping cloths; properly used and stored

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.03(3)(d)4. Damp wiping cloths found stored on cutting boards on prep line

1200-23-01-.03(3)(d)4

In-use utensil; properly stored

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(6)(b)1.iv Scoop in large container of tempura stored with handle touching product; scoop in ice bucket at sushi bar stored with handle touching ice

1200-23-01-.04(6)(b)1.iv

Utensils, equipment and linens; properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(9)(c)1. Observed wet nesting of clean dishes

1200-23-01-.04(9)(c)1

Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.06(3)(e) Observed employee drink on cutting board at prep line

1200-23-01-.06(3)(e)

Jul 30, 2025

Food Service Establishment Inspection

1 major violation.

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Insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: House flies and fruit flies observed.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Anaba Japanese Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Anaba Japanese Cuisine on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Anaba Japanese Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, thermometers provided and accurate has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Anaba Japanese Cuisine.

Has Anaba Japanese Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Anaba Japanese Cuisine have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about one per visit to around five more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Anaba Japanese Cuisine means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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