Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills
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7306 Gall Blvd, Zephyrhills, FL 33541Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills has accumulated 167 violations across 22 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection—nearly 50% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurrent throughout the record, with handwashing and proper hand-washing procedures cited in 7 inspections, employee health policy violations in 6 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 7 inspections. Employee health reporting violations appeared in 4 inspections, indicating systemic issues with staff illness disclosure and exclusion policies. Shell stock requirements violations were documented in 3 inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on November 17, 2025 resulted in 21 violations (2 intermediate, 5 basic) with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills last inspected?
- Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills had?
- Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills find?
- Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills was most recently inspected on July 21, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills ever been shut down?
- No, Hibachi Express in Zephyrhills has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V46 (No smoking signs) mean?
- Violation 46 (No smoking signs) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/46.
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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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