Yutaka Japanese Restaurant

751 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Yutaka Japanese Restaurant has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Gloves used incorrectly or not changed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an employee washing hands with gloves on and then proceeding to grab utensils with the gloves still on. Additionally observed employee handling food with torn gloves. Had employees remove gloves, properly wash hands and put on new gloves. Discussed with PIC that gloves should be used for only one task, such as working with RTE food or with raw animal food, used for no other purpose and discarded when damaged, soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation
3-304.15(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. PIC mentioned they had taken a CFPM course and were waiting to schedule the exam
2-102.12(A)
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed thawed and thawing tuna and eel in ROP packaging labeled "Keep Frozen." All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection
3-501.13
78
Aug 24, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFPM in establishment at time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yutaka Japanese Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yutaka Japanese Restaurant on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Yutaka Japanese Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Yutaka Japanese Restaurant.

How does Yutaka Japanese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Yutaka Japanese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yutaka Japanese Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yutaka Japanese Restaurant 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 Yutaka Japanese Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Yutaka Japanese Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.