Yatai Ramen

1101 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Yatai Ramen is still short, with only one visit logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 26, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Yatai Ramen's latest score of 74 falls below the Tempe average of 95.

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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed full butane canisters stored on the cutting board level of the prep table. Also observed roach "Raid"spray by the back door. Discussed with PIC Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-201.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed brown, black and orange organic matter on the cealing and the shoot in the ice machine. Discussed with PIC all food-contact surfaces must be cleaned frequently enough to be clean to sight and touch
4-602.11(E)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a rice paddle stored in water at 75*F by the hot holding rice maker. Also observed several containers of dry seasoning with bowls used as scoops and the handled scoops with the handle below the surface. Discussed with PIC In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy
Inspector notes: Observed the facility cooking breaded pork in a small fryer without a hood. This is not approved. Please cook all items under the self-contained vent hood system. The facility can continue to fry the crispy toppings without a hood
4-301.14
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yatai Ramen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yatai Ramen on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Yatai Ramen compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Yatai Ramen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Yatai Ramen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.