DOH REOPENS MAUI BEACH BALLROOM

KAHULUI, Hawaiʻi - The Hawai'i Department of Health (DOH) Maui Food Safety Branch issued Maui Beach Ballroom a green placard on Jan. 15, 2026, authorizing its reopening after a follow-up inspection showed the cockroach infestation to be eliminated. All areas of harborage and attractant within the kitchen were also observed to be cleaned and repaired.

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 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.

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.

To obtain restaurant inspection reports for Maui, please call the Maui Food Safety Branch at 808-984-8230. For more information on the department's placarding program go to http://health.hawaii.gov/san/. To see the most recent inspections, visit https://inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/soh.

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