Yoma

5 North Beacon St, Allston, MA 02134
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Aug 1, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Yoma has been inspected eight times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 1, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “sponges use limitation” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Allston restaurant scores 80. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponge observed at warewashing station. Discard sponges and discontinue using to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler observed without hair restraint. Corrected on site. Ensure all food handlers wear hair restraints.
590.002/2-402.11-C
90
Jan 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Back screen door without door sweep. Daylight visible. Install door sweep to prevent pests from entering
590.006/6-202.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired Provide cleaning date
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Jan 22, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 24, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 11.21.22.Provide proper cleaning from a licensed company. Post new sticker
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Sep 16, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of burrows in area behind dumpster-Appears the holes were covered with a thin layer of cement like compound. The area was then again damaged and is open to pest activity. Provide surface at dumpster area to deter pests Refer to Enviromental and Code Enforcement
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Surface characteristics-outdoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Area below dumpster located behind the establishment with soil and broken concrete- Evidence of pest activity in the area- Repair
590.006/6-102.11-C
86
Sep 6, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of burrows in area behind dumpster-Appears the holes were covered with a thin layer of cement like compound. The area was then again damaged and is open to pest activity. Provide surface at dumpster area to deter pests Refer to Enviromental and Code Enforcement
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Packaged products in retail area with no labeling/ Allergen information- Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Heavily soiled sponge in useat the warewashing area- Discontinue use
590.004/4-101.16-C
Surface characteristics-outdoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Area below dumpster located behind the establishment with soil and broken concrete- Evidence of pest activity in the area- Repair
590.006/6-102.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives stored between equipment- Discontinue Corrected on site
590.003/3-304.12-C
70
Aug 29, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Packaged products in retail area with no labeling/ Allergen information- Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Surface characteristics-outdoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Area below dumpster located behind the establishment with soil and broken concrete- Evidence of pest activity in the area- Repair
590.006/6-102.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives stored between equipment- Discontinue Corrected on site
590.003/3-304.12-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Heavily soiled sponge in useat the warewashing area- Discontinue use
590.004/4-101.16-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yoma last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yoma on file is from Aug 1, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Yoma?

Across the inspection record, “sponges use limitation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Yoma.

How does Yoma compare to other restaurants in Allston?

Yoma most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Allston average of 80.

Has Yoma's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yoma have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yoma 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 Yoma inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Yoma is inspected around three times per year on average.