Yao's
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Yao's, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Among Oviedo restaurants, the typical score is 63; Yao's is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
86
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
86
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -raw tuna not identified leading to consumer advisory **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -provided operator reporting form and filled out by employees**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -Right ride HWS in kitchen, hot/cold water shut off due leak per operator, second kitchen HWS available on left side
27-16-4
Intermediate - Establishment is conducting non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods and the written procedures are not available upon request. -provided operator with DBPR provided written plan, reviewed and filled out during time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
03C-90-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -overflow rim inside ice machine, mold like substance
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -dishes wet nesting on storage rack **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
41
Jul 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Aug 22, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
82
Feb 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. True World salmon **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: Operator provided documentation that salmon were fed formulated feed but was unable to provide information regarding controlled environment. **Admin Complaint**
01D-08-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: -operator said they have been ordered, has not arrived. **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -on top of machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Fryer area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Central cookline cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: -operator said they have been ordered, has not arrived. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid and trash on ground around dumpster **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Light debris inside baffle and door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
58
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. True World salmon **Warning**
01D-08-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Light debris inside baffle and door **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -on top of machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Over clean bowls **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Fryer area **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Central cookline cooler **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid and trash on ground around dumpster **Warning**
33-16-4
55
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Hand sink next to prep table in back area no hot water.
12A-19-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Sushi rice
03F-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Never Air cooling unit in front line in sushi area.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind dishwasher
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink next prep table in back area.
29-11-4
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yao's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yao's on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yao's?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Yao's.
How does Yao's compare to other restaurants in Oviedo?
Yao's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Oviedo average of 63.
Has Yao's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yao's have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Yao's 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 Yao's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Yao's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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