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Hibachi Express

1009 Stadium Dr

Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 16, 2026

Score 94.5

Official score: 94.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Certified food protection manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode Observation: Sanitizer in the three comp sink is only at 10 ppm chlorine. 4-501.114(A) A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature that depends on its concentration: 120°F for 2549 ppmCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Sanitizer in the three comp sink is only at 10 ppm chlorine. 4-501.114(A) A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature that depends on its concentration: 120°F for 2549 ppm; 75°F for 5099 ppm; and 55°F for a concentration of 100 ppm. P CDI: Chlorine was added to sanitizer to increase chlorine concentration to 50ppm.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode Observation: Cut mixed veggies(zuchini and onion) are sitting on the counter top of of temperature control. They were at 63F when checked. 3-501.16 (A)(2) Except during preparationFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Cut mixed veggies(zuchini and onion) are sitting on the counter top of of temperature control. They were at 63F when checked. 3-501.16 (A)(2) Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when TPHC is used TCS FOOD shall be maintained at 41F or less. P CDI: Cut veggies were placed in the walk in cooler to cool.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

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notedCode Observation: Sushi rice was not identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the time when the FOOD is removed from temp control. 3-501.19(B) If TPHC is used for up to a maximum of 4 hours: (1) Except as specified in (B)(2)Other

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Sushi rice was not identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the time when the FOOD is removed from temp control. 3-501.19(B) If TPHC is used for up to a maximum of 4 hours: (1) Except as specified in (B)(2); the FOOD shall be <41F when removed from cold holding; or >135F when removed from hot holding; P (2) The FOOD may have an initial temperature of <70F if; (a) It's a RTE fruit/vegetable that upon cutting is rendered a TCS FOOD; or (b) It's a RTE hermetically sealed FOOD that upon opening is rendered a TCS FOOD; (c) The FOOD temperature doesn't exceed 70F within 4 hours from the cut/open time; and (d) The FOOD is marked for 4 hours past the point in time it was cut/opened. (3) The FOOD shall beidentified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the time when the FOOD is removed from temp control; Pf (4) The FOOD shall be cooked and served; served; or discarded; within 4 hours of removal from temp control; P and (5) Unmarked food; or food exceeding a 4-hour limit shall be discarded. P CDI: Sushi rice was reheated; then identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the time when the FOOD is removed from temp control

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode Observation: Frozen chicken was on the counter top thawing at room temperature. 3-501.13 (A)-(D) Thawing - Pf Except when thawed and prepared for immediate service when orderedFood temperature

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Approved thawing methods used

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Frozen chicken was on the counter top thawing at room temperature. 3-501.13 (A)-(D) Thawing - Pf Except when thawed and prepared for immediate service when ordered; TCS FOOD shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration at =41F; or (B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of <70F; (2) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow; and (3) So that thawed portions of READY-TO-EAT FOOD do not rise above 41F; or (4) So that thawed portions of a raw animal FOOD requiring cooking are not above 41F for more than 4 hours including: (a) Thawing time and the time needed for preparation for cooking; or (b) The time it takes to lower the temp to 41F; (C) As part of a cooking process if the FOOD that is frozen is: (1) Fully cooked; or (2) Thawed in a microwave oven and immediately cooked with no interruption in the process. CDI: Chicken was placed in the walk in cooler to thaw.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 16, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 11, 2026

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Ansi approved manager is not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode —Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Multiple containers of cut ready to eat veggies in the walk in cooler were not date marked. 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf CDI: Items were date marked.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode —Other

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Sushi rice was not marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. 3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf CDI: Sushi rice was discarded and new product was labeled.

In plain English

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notedCode —Employee health and hygiene

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Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Employee cooking on flat top grill was not using effective hair restraint. 2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C)

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

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notedCode —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Container of water used for storing in-use utensil was holding at 75F. 3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. CDI: Container of water was discarded and new utensils were brought to serving area.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Single service plates were being reused when cooking hibachi 4-502.13 Single-use and single-service articles cannot be reused. CDI: These single service plates were discarded.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 11, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 26, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Ansi approved manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode —Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Employee was not using hair restraint while preparing food. 2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C)

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 26, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 22, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Ansi approved manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode —Other

Official wording

Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Manager could not locate written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. 2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf CDI: Emailed to manager by inspector.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode Observation: Rice had been cooling on counter top since 1130amFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling time & temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Rice had been cooling on counter top since 1130am; at 145pm it temped at 72F. 3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. CDI: Rice was thrown away.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode Observation: Rice was allowed to cool on counter top. After it drops below 41F an active cooling method should be in useFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Rice was allowed to cool on counter top. After it drops below 41F an active cooling method should be in use; such as placing food in a cooler or freezer; or ice bathe. 3-501.15 Cooling Methods (Pf) CDI: Rice was thrown away.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Wiping/sani clothe was store on prep surface between uses. 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 22, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 7, 2025

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Ansi approved manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode —Other

Official wording

Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Manager could not locate written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomit or diarrheal events. 2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf CDI: Inspector emailed copy to manager.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode Observation: Employee was eating luch on the prep table where food for customers was being prepared. 2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eatEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper eating; tasting; drinking or tobacco use

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Employee was eating luch on the prep table where food for customers was being prepared. 2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat; drink; or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment and utensils; and other items needing protection can not result. CDI: Spoke with manager and he spoke with employee who then went to dining area to eat after sanitizing prep area.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode Observation: Cut broccoliFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Cut broccoli; onion; and zucchini were stored on counter top and were at 56. Cut veggies should be held in the cooler at 41F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P CDI: Cut veggies were placed in the cooler.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode —Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

Observation: No foods in the walk in cooler were datemarked. 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf CDI: Employee date marked foods in walk.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode —Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Rice was cooling at room temp on counter top. When temperature was taken it was 69F. Active cooling process should be in progress when food temp drops below 135F. 3-501.15 Cooling Methods (Pf) CDi: Rice was placed in walk in cooler.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode Observation: Utensils were storedin water that was 104FEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Utensils were storedin water that was 104F; if held in water it shoud be 135F or above; 3-304.12 In-Use Utensils; Between-Use Storage (C) CDI: Utensils were removed from water and were washed; rinsed; and sanitized.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 7, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 17, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 7-201.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11; Priority; One tube of adhesive found stored over a clean pot. POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS shall be stored so they can not contaminate FOOD; EQUIPMENT; UTENSILS; LINENS; and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES; Corrected During Inspection

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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notedCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; Scoop handle found in the food in a container of vegetables. Spoon handle found in the food in a container of garlic powder and paprika. Ensure in-use utensil handle is found stored out of the food.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; The person in charge is not certified as a food protection manager. The person in charge shall be certified as a food protection manager through an ANSI accredited program. CDI: Education done on course locations.; Repeat

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode 3-501.17Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; A container of cooked noodles in the walk in found without a date on them. PIC states that the noodles were cooked the previous night. This was the only items without a date. READY-TO-EAT; TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD prepared and held in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES; sold; or discarded when held at a temperature of 5C (41F) or less for a maximum of 7 days. CDI: PIC put known date on the noodles.; Corrected During Inspection

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 4-502.13Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-502.13; Core; Single use plates found being used to portion veggies and raw meats and then being reused. Single use items shall not be reused. CDI: PIC discarded the used plates.; Corrected During Inspection

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 4-205.10Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-205.10; Core; Rice cooker in the back found in use with labeled stating "For residential use only" and PIC states rice cooker is used for sushi rice. Except for toasters; mixers; microwave ovens; water heaters; and hoods; FOOD EQUIPMENT shall be used in accordance with the manufacturers intended use and certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute ANSI-accredited certification program. Replace rice cooker with approved equipment.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 5, 2024

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; The person in charge is not certified as a food protection manager. The person in charge shall be certified as a food protection manager through an ANSI accredited program.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
criticalCode 7-202.12Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-202.12; Priority; Several bottles of raid and other home pest sprays found stored near dry goods. Manufacturer's use directions included in labeling; and; for a pesticide; manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. CDI: PIC agreed to take the bottles home.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; ; Small amount of ice found building up on the floor of the walk in freezer. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repair freeze

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 5, 2024 · Original Source

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