Hibachi Factory

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Hibachi Factory is still short, with only two visits logged. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from five violations to three.

The most common issue across all inspections has been food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, showing up two times. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Food Service Establishment Inspection

3 minor violations.

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Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(1) Equipment damaged: cutting boards stained/scored, knives dull/tips missing, shelving damaged, containers/lids chipped/cracked.

1200-23-01-.04(1)

Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(6)(a)1.(iii) Heavy build up on equipment surfaces: shelving, doors, handles, tables, coolers, etc.

1200-23-01-.04(6)(a)1.(iii)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.06(5)(b)1. Heavy build up: floors, walls ceilings

1200-23-01-.06(5)(b)1

Dec 5, 2024

Food Service Establishment Inspection

5 minor violations.

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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.03(3)(b)1. Observed cooked chicken stored in pan within walk-in cooler missing lid/cover

1200-23-01-.03(3)(b)1

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(1) Observed racks within establishment are in poor condition

1200-23-01-.04(1)

Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(6)(a)1.(iii) Build-up inside microwave and at the base of reach-in coolers and oven.

1200-23-01-.04(6)(a)1.(iii)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.06(5)(b)1. Observed debris/build-up throughout establishment

1200-23-01-.06(5)(b)1

Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.06(3)(e) Improper storage of employee drink. Corrective action: PIC placed drink in proper storage area

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hibachi Factory last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hibachi Factory on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hibachi Factory?

Across the inspection record, food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hibachi Factory.

Has Hibachi Factory's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hibachi Factory 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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