YAMATO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE MILTON INC
6550 CAROLINE ST, Milton FL 32570
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
SEP 24
NOV 24
JAN 25
APR 26
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024066358 | Nov 6, 2024 | Jan 13, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon inspection, observed cooked noodles 50f, raw salmon 44f in front line make bar cooler. Both items less than 4 hours per operator.
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.
Apr 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection, observed pan of raw shrimp stored over container of broccoli in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon inspection, observed dumplings 46f in upper make bar cooler # 2, less than 4 hours per manager.
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting at server station.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken on floor of walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between cold holding unit and wall in kitchen. Operator removed knife during inspection.
Nov 8, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen
Nov 8, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen
Nov 7, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Water dripping from ceiling in kitchen due to heavy rain
Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches in the following locations: One dead roach on chemical container under cook line, one dead roach on floor of back hallway, one dead roach on floor in server area, three dead roaches on shelf above three compartment sink
Nov 6, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Cans of Raid stored under cookline. Operator removed during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp over unwashed carrots and raw fish over unwashed melons.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over prepared carrots in walk-in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in the following locations: One live roach on floor in dining area, one live roach on shelf above three compartment sink in kitchen
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Water dripping from ceiling in kitchen due to heavy rain
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tanks in server area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board in server area
Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches in the following locations: One dead roach on chemical container under cook line, one dead roach on floor of back hallway, one dead roach on floor in server area, three dead roaches on shelf above three compartment sink
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server area
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce on floor of walk-in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas for flattop grill in water reading 92 degrees Fahrenheit.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on back cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed package of shredded krab thawing at room temperature. Operator placed krab in walk-in cooler during inspection.
Sep 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single service cup used as scoop for bulk sugar in kitchen
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of chicken on floor of walk-in freezer.
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shrimp and fish stored over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator corrected storage during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food manager Ashley Harmon not present with 5 food employees working.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in crack between wall and cold-holding unit in back kitchen area. Operator removed knife from crack during inspection.
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over prepared zucchini in walk-in cooler. Operator corrected storage during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sushi rice 108f for more than four hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 124f for one hour. Sushi rice 108f for more than four hours.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in back kitchen area blocked by plastic wrap. Operator removed items from sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink at hibachi station. Operator added towels during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoops for bulk dry ingredients in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In-use spatulas stored in 89F water.
Stored food not covered. Wontons in walk-in freezer uncovered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk dry ingredient containers in kitchen.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink filled with kitchen items. Operator cleared sink during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for various items in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in hibachi area
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between prep table and wall in back kitchen area.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle for tongs in raw beef
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.