Hibachi Express in Largo
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2104 E Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33771Hibachi Express in Largo has accumulated 232 violations across 22 inspections, averaging 10.5 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring, including employee health policy violations (sick worker handling food), hand washing failures, shell stock mishandling, and food contact surface contamination appearing in multiple inspections over the past two years. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 documented 27 violations including four high-priority findings (employee health reporting and hand washing) and was completed with no further action, though a prior inspection on November 6, 2025 resulted in an admin complaint recommendation after nine violations including high-priority shell stock and food contact surface issues were found.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hibachi Express in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Hibachi Express in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections37 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 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 (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hibachi Express in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hibachi Express in Largo last inspected?
- Hibachi Express in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hibachi Express in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hibachi Express in Largo are: Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Hibachi Express in Largo had?
- Hibachi Express in Largo has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hibachi Express in Largo find?
- Hibachi Express in Largo was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hibachi Express in Largo ever been shut down?
- No, Hibachi Express in Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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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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