The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has authorized the reopening of Maui Beach Ballroom after a follow-up inspection confirmed the elimination of a previous cockroach infestation. The green placard, issued on January 15, 2026, indicates that all areas in the kitchen that could harbor pests or attract them have been cleaned and repaired.
According to the department, “The establishment was instructed to actively monitor and work with their professional pest control vendor to ensure the cockroach population remains eradicated. A DOH inspector will conduct a follow-up inspection in a couple weeks to ensure the establishment continues to be compliant with the measures implemented relating to pest control and prevention.”
The DOH Food Safety Branch is responsible for educating food industry workers and regulating food establishments throughout Hawai‘i. It conducts regular health inspections at locations where food is prepared, manufactured, distributed, or sold. The branch also investigates sources of foodborne illnesses and potential contamination, working to reduce risks for future incidents.
“The DOH Food Safety Branch protects and promotes the health of Hawai‘i residents and visitors through education of food industry workers and regulation of food establishments statewide. The branch conducts routine health inspections of food establishments where food products are prepared, manufactured, distributed or sold,” according to the release.
Additionally, specialists from the department collaborate with business owners and staff to encourage safe practices in preparing food and maintaining hygiene standards. “The branch also investigates sources of foodborne illnesses and potential adulteration. It is also responsible for mitigating the effects of these incidents to prevent any future occurrences. The DOH food safety specialists strive to work with business owners, food service workers and the food industry to ensure safe food preparation and employee hygiene practices,” stated DOH.
For those seeking information about restaurant inspection reports on Maui or details about the department’s placarding program, resources are available by calling 808-984-8230 or visiting http://health.hawaii.gov/san/. Recent inspection results can be found at https://inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/soh.
The Hawaii State Department of Health plays a key role in protecting public health across Hawaii by focusing on disease prevention, environmental protection, health promotion initiatives statewide, as described on its official website: https://health.hawaii.gov/. Through offices located on multiple islands including Maui, it provides programs such as public health preparedness via its Office of Public Health Preparedness while being managed by a director supported by deputy directors overseeing essential services.
