Hibachi Express in Jacksonville
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5921 University Blvd W Ste 1, Jacksonville, FL 32216Hibachi Express in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed once, on July 1, 2020, for roach activity. Across 22 inspections since 2016, the facility has accumulated 152 violations, averaging 6.9 per inspection—significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. A disciplinary action in the record resulted in $400 in fines. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring: handwashing and hand-washing facilities violations appeared in at least 6 inspections, proper hand/arm washing in at least 5, food contact surfaces in at least 7, and shell stock requirements in at least 4. Employee health policy violations were documented in at least 2 recent inspections (August 2025 and October 2023). An October 2023 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation—a formal escalation signaling serious compliance concerns. The facility has shown inconsistent compliance: the January 2024 and September 2024 inspections yielded zero violations, but the August 2025 routine inspection documented 30 violations with one high-priority citation for employee health policy, and the most recent December 2025 inspection found 18 violations including multiple high-priority handwashing and food contact surface citations. The most recent inspection on December 29, 2025 was completed with no further action required, though the violation count indicates ongoing systemic issues.
Most recent closure: July 1, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hibachi Express in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Hibachi Express in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hibachi Express in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2020035887 | $400.00 | Jul 1, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Hibachi Express in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
Hibachi Express in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hibachi Express in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Hibachi Express in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hibachi Express in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Hibachi Express in Jacksonville was last shut down on July 1, 2020 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 Express in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hibachi Express in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Hibachi Express in Jacksonville had?
- Hibachi Express in Jacksonville has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hibachi Express in Jacksonville find?
- Hibachi Express in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on December 29, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hibachi Express in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hibachi Express in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
- Has Hibachi Express in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hibachi Express in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Hibachi Express in Jacksonville been fined?
- Hibachi Express in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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