Hikari
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, Hikari has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “proper date marking and disposition” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Johns Creek average 93, so Hikari trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods store3d in the WIC and RIC without date marking and labeling. (CA) Advised the PIC to date marking and label foods held for more than 24 Hours. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, 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 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed an employee drink in the sushi area without a lid and a straw. (CA) Advised the PIC that employee drinks must have a lid and a straw. drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
86
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods stored in the WIC and RIC without date marking and labeling. (CA) Advised the PIC to date marking and label the food that is held for more than 24 hours. refrigerated, 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 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed an employee drink in the front prep area without a lid and straw. (CA) Advised the PIC that employee drinks must be in a single service cup with a lid and a straw and must be only in designated areas. Drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
86
Nov 5, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed prepped food products being stored inside of the RIC & WIC units without date marking labels. CA: Advised PIC 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 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed 3 comp sink in main kitchen area not following proper wash, rinse, & sanitize methodology. CA: Advised PIC Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or a detergent-sanitizer solution by using one of the following procedures: Use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing
511-6-1.05(6)(p)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed cooking pans being stored on kitchen rack which had visible signs of built up soil debris on its surface, along with soil debris on the outer surface of microwave units. CA: Advised PIC, The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations & Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease and food soil on the floor nearby the 3 comp sink station. CA: Advised PIC All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
74
Mar 22, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed prepared foods in walk-in-cooler not date marked. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, 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 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. C/A: Ensure foods are labeled with discard dates.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
90
Jan 29, 2024
Initial
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed prepared foods in walk-in-cooler not date marked. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, 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 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. C/A: Ensure foods are labeled with discard dates.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed excess amount of food debris on floor near grill and stove area of main kitchen. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. C/A: Clean floors as often as needed to ensure food accumulation is prevented.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container stored on floor of walk in cooler, also observed cooked rice container stored on ground. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. C/A COS: PIC removed rice container and container in WIC from the ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed expired permit posted. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. C/A: Renew and acquire up to dat permit.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hikari last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hikari on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hikari?
Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Hikari.
How does Hikari compare to other restaurants in Johns Creek?
Hikari most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Johns Creek average of 93.
Has Hikari's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hikari have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Hikari means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Hikari inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hikari is inspected around two times per year on average.
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