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Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine

7704 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine, the earliest from 2024. Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine was last inspected on Jan 14, 2026. 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 two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Scottsdale restaurant scene, where the average is 95, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: **3rd repeat** - Must attend county AMC class downtown at requested date. Observed cookline reach-in fridge stored raw shrimp over sliced cabbage and cut orange stored directly in contact with raw shell eggs. Items moved to appropriate separation at time of inspection
3-302.11(A1-2)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: *2nd repeat* Observed kitchen line hand sink basin obstructed by cook pans. Items moved to the dish pit for cleaning
5-205.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: *2nd repeat* Observed ice machine shoot area with a buildup of organic matter
4-602.11(E)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed double prep sink next to walk-in leaking profusely. Discussed fixing by next routine with manager on duty
5-205.15(B)
70
Jul 29, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed the certified food protection manager to not be on site at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed organic matter on the beverage dispensing nozzle in the bar area. Ensure food contact surfaces with non-TCS foods are cleaned at a frequency of at least 24 hrs to remove accumulation
4-602.11(E)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of powdered spices on a prep table across from the storage racks to not have labels indicating the contents
3-302.12
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
Inspector notes: Observed employee food and beverages stored on a prep table next to spiced used for kitchen operations. Observe employee food stored next to food used for restaurant operations in the walk- in cooler. Ensure employee items are stored in designated areas to prevent contamination
6-403.11
82
Jul 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed packaged ready to eat shrimp stored below raw salmon and raw tuna on the storage rack in the walk-in cooler. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Observed hot water faucet to be in disrepair at the handsink in the sushi station. Repair the faucet to ensure hot water is also able to be dispensed from the hand sink
5-205.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed organic matter on the beverage dispensing nozzle in the bar area. Ensure food contact surfaces with non-TCS foods are cleaned at a frequency of at least 24 hrs to remove accumulation
4-602.11(E)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of powdered spices on a prep table across from the storage racks to not have labels indicating the contents
3-302.12
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
Inspector notes: Observed employee food and beverages stored on a prep table next to spices used for kitchen operations. Observe employee food stored next to food used for restaurant operations in the walk- in cooler. Ensure employee items are stored in designated areas to prevent contamination
6-403.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed the certified food protection manager to not be on site at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
64
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler, observed raw eggs over raw noodles and raw squid over raw vegetables. In a reach in prep cooler in the kitchen, observed raw shrimp over raw vegetables. Manage had items rearranged in both coolers to be properly stored
3-302.11(A1-2)
86
Dec 6, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the low temp dish machine in the kitchen not in use at time of inspection. After running the dish machine two times, the chlorine concentration measured at 0 PPM each time. Acceptable chlorine concentration shall be between 50-100 PPM. The dish machine was drained, and the nearly empty sanitizer jug was replaced with a full jug. The dish machine was run again and tested at 100 PPM. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection, Repeat Violations: 2nd
4-501.11
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine.

How does Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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