YUMMY TOKYO
9552 BUFFALO RD, Palmetto Rd FL 34221 · 4078626335
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items inside of reach in cooler across from cook line measuring Shrimp (53F - Cold Holding) and Beef (47F - Cold Holding).
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed raw fish stored inside of counter cooler in direct contact with non food grade paper towel.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen fish stored in direct contact with a non food grade to go bag inside of lobby reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items inside of reach in cooler across from cook line measuring Shrimp (53F - Cold Holding) and Beef (47F - Cold Holding).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink near cook line with strainer inside drain with food particles in strainer.
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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. Observed establishment with no reporting agreements. Emailed copy to operator.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored inside of flour container.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lined shelves throughout kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in kitchen reach in freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on dining area handwashing sink and not in sanitizing solution.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed drill stored on top of box of tempura batter in dry storage. Operator removed drill from box.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board of reach in cooler not stored in sanitizing solution. Operator removed wet wiping cloth.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 9 high priority.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of medicine stored on shelf above prep table next to single serve items. Operator removed medication.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee removed item off of floor, employee proceeded to grab clean utensils without handwashing. Employee removed utensils to be sanitized and washed hands.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed raw fish stored in sushi counter lined with nonfood grade paper towels. Employee removed the paper towels.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple bags of raw products stored in nonfood grade to go bags stored in reach in freezer.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed egg rolls and spring rolls stored in card board box without liner on cook line.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over ready to eat sauces in walk in cooler.Operator removed salmon. Observed raw chicken stored over ginger in walk in cooler. Operator removed chicken.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed fresh cut garlic stored in oil stored at room temperature on the cook line 76F. Operator stated that garlic in oil was stored at room temperature for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded garlic.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh cut garlic stored in oil stored at room temperature on the cook line 76F. Operator stated that garlic in oil was stored at room temperature for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded garlic.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Sushi rice on time as a public health control in the sushi line area with no time no time mark. Chef stated the was on time as a public health control for approximately 2 hours. Chef placed a time mark on the items.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed chemical spray bottle stored on floor unlabeled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on knife holder above prep table. Employee removed phone and sanitized knife.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cutting unwashed zucchini. Employee washed cur and uncut zucchini.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed drill stored on top of box of tempura batter in dry storage. Operator removed drill from box.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board of reach in cooler not stored in sanitizing solution. Operator removed wet wiping cloth.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of antacid stored on shelf next to food. Owner removed.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of del monte pineapple juice. Owner removed from shelf.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in shrimp. Owner removed. observed deli bowls used as scoops in flour and sugar bins.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed food handling employee drinking from open can. Employee threw can away.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food preparation employee wearing wrist watch and another wearing bracelet. Employees removed jewelry.
Food stored on floor. Observed pail of cooked riced on floor adjacent to reach in cooler. Observed buckets of soy sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed front hand sink by kitchen entrance out of order.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go boxes not inverted. Owner inverted.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed screwdriver and pliers stored next to food on shelf. Owner removed.
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken in the walk in cooler in direct contact with a non-food grade bag.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed fruits in the walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat sauces and dressing in the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Garlic in oil (76F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed it in the walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops in multiple foods. Operator disposed of the bowls.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line multiple shelves throughout the establishment.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employe phones and other personal items scattered throughout the kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees cooking food without hair restraints.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use spatulas sitting in 75 degree standing water.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not inverted. Operator inverted them.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid bug spray in kitchen area. Operator threw out.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli cup in rice cooker. Owner removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath rear exterior kitchen door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on fryer basket. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at rear kitchen sink.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed screw driver on shelf above food serving line. Operator removed.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Observed some employees without written plan in place.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli container in sugar bag. Operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under left bottom side of exterior kitchen door.
Stored food not covered. Observed broccoli, sweet and sour sauce and fish not covered in walk in cooler. Operator covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles throughout kitchen.
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.