Yihi Japan
Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025
55
Score
Inspectors have visited Yihi Japan 11 times, with records going back to 2022. On Dec 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about seven violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust”, showing up nine times.
That's lower than the typical Hialeah restaurant, which scores around 76. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler under grill raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (48F - Cold Holding), according to manager placed 90 minutes ago, Operator added ice bags to food containers for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed inside hand reach in cooler under grill front counter, raw beef stored over cooked noodles. Operator stored cooked noodles above raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Observed at Triple Sink sanitizer(Chlorine 200+ppm); Operator diluted sanitizer solution with more water, Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-28-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles splashed with food residue, dusty. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed on back preparation area wall soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
55
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind prep tables at kitchen wall soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: Observed behind prep tables at kitchen wall soiled. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
95
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter Under grill placed 2 hours ago-raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (50F - Cold Holding) Operator placed ice bags on top of food items to cool dawn. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside sugar container cup no handle. Operator discarded cup no handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in hand sink across from 3 compartment sink, no sign. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open can of energy drink inside reach in cooler. Employee discarded beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind prep tables at kitchen wall soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cleaning towels on top of prep tables, not in sanitizer solution between uses uses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
64
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
86
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed for Vitalino Escalante and Santos Sales, no proof of any training available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator began cleaning during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelf under preparation table next to the fryer rusted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at HWS across from three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
67
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine +200ppm) Operator diluted with water. Final solution Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding) ); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (51F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler under the griddle. As per operator for 2 hours. Operator placed ice over the items for cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Observed for Vitalino Escalante and Santos Sales, no proof of any training available. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator began cleaning during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of reach in cooler next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing at room temperature. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at HWS across from three compartment sink. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelf under preparation table next to the fryer rusted. **Warning**
14-11-5
43
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
74
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen chi stored in than you bags inside reach in freezer at kitchen.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed under grill at front counter raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) According to manager open for about 30 minutes. Employee placed ice bags inside food containers for rapid chill. 20 minutes later, raw chicken (42F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (41F - Cold Holding) **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand wash sink at front counter. Employee rem plastic container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed underwater heater at kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed inside bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with soy sauce stored on the kitchen floor. Employee stored soy sauce bucket six inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
55
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed handout to operator. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing windex at fro counter area, no labeled. Manager labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at kitchen area water on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in 3 door reach in cooler rusted shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored ins bucket. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
61
Apr 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags used to store raw pork and raw chicken, and cabbage in reach in co and reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed inside corn starch and sugar containers, scoops buried inside.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on top of preparation table at kitchen.
21-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
47
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser stored next to rice and onions in the kitchen area.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge and plastic cup stored inside hand washing sink in front counter area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on top of prep table. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside container with sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee water stored on top of front counter prep table.
12B-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen and prep area.
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bucket with soy sauce on the kitchen floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of standing freezer soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yihi Japan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yihi Japan on file is from Dec 23, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yihi Japan?
Across the inspection record, “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Yihi Japan.
How does Yihi Japan compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Yihi Japan most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Yihi Japan's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Yihi Japan have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Yihi Japan 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 Yihi Japan inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Yihi Japan is inspected around three times per year on average.
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