HIBACHI BUFFET
4026 W HILLSBORO BLVD, Deerfield Beach FL 33442 · 321.946.6868
Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2016027428 | Jun 3, 2016 | Mar 10, 2017 | $400 |
| 2--2016026291 | May 27, 2016 | Jun 15, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 7 lb 2 oz tomato sauce cans
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cut onions, chef moved eggs
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Pork 70, left on counter during lunch. Chef put back in reach in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink at cook line. Manager filled paper towels
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open bottle of water on prep table. Manager discarded bottle of water
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in standing water. Manager removed water.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen blocked by a meat grinding machine. Chef moved machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on floor in walk in cooler. Chef picked up
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Mushroom being cut before washing. Cook washed before cutting
Jun 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked crabs. Chef moved crabs
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.form emailed
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with chemicals not labeled.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice spoon in water, chef removed from water.
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw pork and raw shrimp. Chef moved all items
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Three door flip top cooler on cook line at beef (46F - Cold Holding); shrimp (46F - Cold Holding), chef moved items to working coolers and called for maintenance
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels full but not dispensing Chef fixed paper towel dispenser
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form emailed
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put hat on
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 4072 NE 5 TERRACE, Oakland Park — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Pesticides in kitchen area Pesticides were moved by chemicals
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by pots, chef moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Chef filled paper towels
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink in kitchen
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler chef moved items
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.paper towels dispenser not working at hand wash sink on cook line
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitch
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee using cutting boards with raw chicken then proceed to wash and rinse at triple sink with no sanitize step. Instructed operator to move to dishwasher and sanitize
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored above raw shrimp in meat walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand wash sink in prep area. Operator repaired
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches under hibachi line. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized
Food stored on floor. Packaged cooler of raw fish stored on floor in prep walk in cooler. Operator moved to shelf
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at sushi line. Operator moved to sanitizer bucket
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 4072 NE 5 TERRACE, Oakland Park — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp stored above cooked pork in 2 door glass slider in front of cook line. Operator reorganized
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ CFM arrived at time of inspection
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cut off container used as rice scoop. Operator discarded
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.