Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton
Last inspected:
3616 1st St W, Bradenton, FL 34208Chen Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton has accumulated 481 violations across 48 inspections since 2016, averaging 10 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. It has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $2,600 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve hand washing, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting, with inspections from 2022 through 2025 showing repeated patterns of multiple high-priority violations followed by corrective callbacks.
Most recent closure: January 31, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
10
violations / inspection
10 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton: Emergency Closure History (1)
Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $2,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025001994 | $600.00 | Nov 25, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024019087 | $400.00 | Feb 20, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2023027776 | $200.00 | Apr 4, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2020036737 | $400.00 | Jun 18, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019005878 | $600.00 | Jan 31, 2019 | Orlando | |
| 7--2017040194 | $400.00 | Jul 7, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (49)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections37 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections38 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 14 inspections122 violations · 63 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton last inspected?
- Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton last shut down?
- Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton was last shut down on January 31, 2019 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton had?
- Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton has had 49 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton find?
- Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton been fined?
- Ren Hibachi Buffet in Bradenton has been fined a total of $2,600.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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