Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
74
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 8, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.
“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Restaurants in Milton average 93, so Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
12
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection, observed pan of raw shrimp stored over container of broccoli in walk-in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon inspection, observed dumplings 46f in upper make bar cooler # 2, less than 4 hours per manager.
03A-02-5
74
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting at server station. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken on floor of walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between cold holding unit and wall in kitchen. Operator removed knife during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
86
Nov 8, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Upon callback inspection, five roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on wall of kitchen, one on shelf above reach-in cooler, one on shelf above three compartment sink, one shelf under prep table in kitchen **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: Upon callback inspection two lice roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on cart in back hallway **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: Upon callback inspection, two live roaches observed in the following areas: one under front counter, one in between cold holding unit and reach-in freezer in kitchen **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
86
Nov 7, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Upon callback inspection, five roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on wall of kitchen, one on shelf above reach-in cooler, one on shelf above three compartment sink, one shelf under prep table in kitchen **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches in the following locations: One dead roach on chemical container under cook line, one dead roach on floor of back hallway, one dead roach on floor in server area, three dead roaches on shelf above three compartment sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Upon callback inspection, three dead roaches observed in following areas: one on container of bulk dry ingredients, one on floor of kitchen area, one on floor of hallway **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Water dripping from ceiling in kitchen due to heavy rain **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Time extended to later time **Time Extended**
36-51-4
78
Nov 6, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Cans of Raid stored under cookline. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp over unwashed carrots and raw fish over unwashed melons.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over prepared carrots in walk-in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Water dripping from ceiling in kitchen due to heavy rain **Warning**
36-51-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tanks in server area
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board in server area
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server area **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches in the following locations: One dead roach on chemical container under cook line, one dead roach on floor of back hallway, one dead roach on floor in server area, three dead roaches on shelf above three compartment sink **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce on floor of walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas for flattop grill in water reading 92 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on back cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed package of shredded krab thawing at room temperature. Operator placed krab in walk-in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
35
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single service cup used as scoop for bulk sugar in kitchen
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of chicken on floor of walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
86
Apr 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shrimp and fish stored over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator corrected storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food manager Ashley Harmon not present with 5 food employees working.
53A-05-6
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in crack between wall and cold-holding unit in back kitchen area. Operator removed knife from crack during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
70
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
41
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink filled with kitchen items. Operator cleared sink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for various items in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in hibachi area
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between prep table and wall in back kitchen area.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle for tongs in raw beef
10-06-5
70
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No proof of parasite destruction for any raw fish for sushi. Non-exempt fish may not be served raw or undercooked. Consumer Advisory must be in place. **Warning**
01D-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 110f, rice 73f both less than one hour. Operator added pans to flattop to rapidly reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket of crunchy flakes in sink at beginning of inspection. Operator removed bucket during inspection.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for any employees over 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoops for various dry ingredients in kitchen
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks not properly secured. Operator secured tanks during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting at server station.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of oil and soy sauce on floor in back hallway
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas in dirty standing water. Water temperature 76f
10-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Containers of vegetables with no cover in walk-in cooler.
08B-12-5
45
Sep 2, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton.
How does Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton compare to other restaurants in Milton?
Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Milton average of 93.
Has Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Yamato Japanese Steakhouse Milton is inspected around three times per year on average.
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