Hibachi Express in Lakeland
Last inspected:
5209 Us Hwy 98 S, Lakeland, FL 33812Hibachi Express in Lakeland has been emergency-closed once, on May 25, 2022, for rodent, roach, and fly activity. Across 22 inspections since 2022, the facility accumulated 116 violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent: proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, food contact surface violations in 6 of 8 inspections, and approved food source violations in 4 recent inspections. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 12, 2026 documented 9 violations including recurring employee health reporting and food contact surface issues, with the disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: May 25, 2022 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hibachi Express in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Hibachi Express in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hibachi Express in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022027133 | $400.00 | May 25, 2022 | Tampa |
Hibachi Express in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 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
— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Hibachi Express in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hibachi Express in Lakeland last inspected?
- Hibachi Express in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hibachi Express in Lakeland last shut down?
- Hibachi Express in Lakeland was last shut down on May 25, 2022 for rodent, roach & fly 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 Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hibachi Express in Lakeland are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Hibachi Express in Lakeland had?
- Hibachi Express in Lakeland has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hibachi Express in Lakeland find?
- Hibachi Express in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hibachi Express in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hibachi Express in Lakeland 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 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Hibachi Express in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hibachi Express in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Hibachi Express in Lakeland been fined?
- Hibachi Express in Lakeland 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).
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.
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