Milton, Santa Rosa County

YAMATO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE MILTON INC

6550 CAROLINE ST, Milton, FL 32570

FoodSeating
Latest violations
2
1 High Priority
May 13, 2026
City
Milton
County
Santa Rosa
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
15

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

May 13, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Total: 2

03A-02-5

Detail 24573847

High Priority - 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. Repeat Violation

53B-14-5

Detail 24573848

Intermediate - 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, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Total: 2

08A-05-6

Detail 24500378

High Priority - 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.

03A-02-5

Detail 24500379

High Priority - 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, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

24-08-4

Detail 23462297

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting at server station. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 23462298

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken on floor of walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 23462296

Basic - 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. Corrected On-Site

Nov 8, 2024

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 8, 2024

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Total: 1

35A-05-4

Detail 23345897

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - 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 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Upon callback inspection, five roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on wall of kitchen, one on shelf above reach-in cooler, one on shelf above three compartment sink, one shelf under prep table in kitchen Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: Upon callback inspection two lice roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on cart in back hallway Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: Upon callback inspection, two live roaches observed in the following areas: one under front counter, one in between cold holding unit and reach-in freezer in kitchen Time Extended

Nov 8, 2024

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Total: 1

35A-05-4

Detail 23345734

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - 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 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Upon callback inspection, five roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on wall of kitchen, one on shelf above reach-in cooler, one on shelf above three compartment sink, one shelf under prep table in kitchen Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: Upon callback inspection two lice roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on cart in back hallway Time Extended

Nov 7, 2024

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

35A-05-4

Detail 23344323

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - 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 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Upon callback inspection, five roaches observed in following areas: one on shelf under front counter, one on wall of kitchen, one on shelf above reach-in cooler, one on shelf above three compartment sink, one shelf under prep table in kitchen Time Extended

36-51-4

Detail 23344324

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Water dripping from ceiling in kitchen due to heavy rain Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Time extended to later time Time Extended

35A-03-4

Detail 23344322

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Upon callback inspection, three dead roaches observed in following areas: one on container of bulk dry ingredients, one on floor of kitchen area, one on floor of hallway Time Extended

Nov 6, 2024

Complaint Full

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 4Basic: 9Total: 13

41-05-4

Detail 23340956

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Cans of Raid stored under cookline. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

08A-04-5

Detail 23340945

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp over unwashed carrots and raw fish over unwashed melons.

08A-05-6

Detail 23340954

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over prepared carrots in walk-in cooler.

35A-05-4

Detail 23340947

High Priority - 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 Warning

36-51-4

Detail 23340952

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Water dripping from ceiling in kitchen due to heavy rain Warning

51-11-4

Detail 23340950

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tanks in server area

14-09-4

Detail 23340953

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board in server area

35A-03-4

Detail 23340955

Basic - 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 Warning

24-08-4

Detail 23340946

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server area Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 23340949

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce on floor of walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 23340944

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas for flattop grill in water reading 92 degrees Fahrenheit.

22-08-4

Detail 23340951

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on back cook line.

06-01-5

Detail 23340948

Basic - 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. Corrected On-Site

Sep 6, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

14-01-5

Detail 23127474

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single service cup used as scoop for bulk sugar in kitchen

24-08-4

Detail 23127473

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 23127475

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of chicken on floor of walk-in freezer.

Apr 23, 2024

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

08A-04-5

Detail 22827330

High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site

53A-05-6

Detail 22827331

Intermediate - 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.

24-08-4

Detail 22827328

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station. Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 22827329

Basic - 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. Corrected On-Site

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 10

08A-05-6

Detail 22724102

High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site

01B-02-5

Detail 22724101

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sushi rice 108f for more than four hours.

03B-01-6

Detail 22724108

High Priority - 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.

31A-09-4

Detail 22724107

Intermediate - 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. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 22724104

Intermediate - 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.

14-01-5

Detail 22724110

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoops for bulk dry ingredients in kitchen. Repeat Violation

24-08-4

Detail 22724106

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station. Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 22724109

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In-use spatulas stored in 89F water.

08B-12-5

Detail 22724105

Basic - Stored food not covered. Wontons in walk-in freezer uncovered.

02D-01-5

Detail 22724103

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk dry ingredient containers in kitchen.

Oct 30, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

31A-09-4

Detail 22406773

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink filled with kitchen items. Operator cleared sink during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 22406772

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for various items in kitchen. Repeat Violation

12B-07-4

Detail 22406774

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in hibachi area

24-08-4

Detail 22406771

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting in server station. Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 22406770

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between prep table and wall in back kitchen area.

10-06-5

Detail 22406775

Basic - 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

Feb 15, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 7, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 10

01D-01-5

Detail 21767629

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No proof of parasite destruction for any raw fish for sushi. Non-exempt fish may not be served raw or undercooked. Consumer Advisory must be in place. Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 21767626

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 110f, rice 73f both less than one hour. Operator added pans to flattop to rapidly reheat. Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 21767628

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket of crunchy flakes in sink at beginning of inspection. Operator removed bucket during inspection.

53B-01-5

Detail 21767621

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for any employees over 60 days. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 21767627

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoops for various dry ingredients in kitchen

51-11-4

Detail 21767623

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks not properly secured. Operator secured tanks during inspection. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 21767624

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting at server station.

08B-38-4

Detail 21767625

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of oil and soy sauce on floor in back hallway

10-07-4

Detail 21767620

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas in dirty standing water. Water temperature 76f

08B-12-5

Detail 21767622

Basic - Stored food not covered. Containers of vegetables with no cover in walk-in cooler.

Sep 2, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.