Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater
Last inspected:
2456 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33765Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater has accumulated 547 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $2,820 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with back-to-back warning and callback inspections throughout 2023 and 2024 before improving compliance in 2025.
Most recent closure: August 11, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
13.7
violations / inspection
13.7 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 12:45:00 |
Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,820.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024069293 | $200.00 | Sep 23, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015036282 | $1,900.00 | Aug 12, 2015 | Panama City Beach | |
| 3--2015024878 | $720.00 | May 4, 2015 | Jacksonville |
Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone at cook line area . For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections57 violations · 33 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections33 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections67 violations · 41 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 24 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater last inspected?
- Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater last shut down?
- Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater was last shut down on August 11, 2015 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 Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater had?
- Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater find?
- Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,820.00 in fines.
- How much has Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater been fined?
- Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill in Clearwater has been fined a total of $2,820.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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