Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor

Last inspected:

660 Alderman Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Overview

Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor has accumulated 309 violations across 30 inspections, averaging 10.3 violations per inspection—nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has documented high-priority violations in employee health policy, hand washing, food contact surface sanitation, and chemical storage spanning multiple inspections. In January 2026, an emergency order was recommended following an inspection that cited 21 violations on January 15, with a callback inspection on January 16 finding 21 violations and resulting in a "Emergency Order Callback Not Complied" disposition. A second callback on the same date resulted in compliance. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026 documented 12 violations including three high-priority citations for hand washing and food contact surfaces, with disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action." The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

30Inspections
309Violations
0Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 10.3 violations / inspection 10.3 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2026007139 $400.00 Jan 15, 2026 Fort Lauderdale

Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 4 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 5 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— 2 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— 1 inspection16 violations · 11 high priority

Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor under active enforcement?
Records show 3 emergency order inspections between January 15, 2026 and January 16, 2026. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor last inspected?
Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor?
The most frequently cited violations at Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor had?
Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor find?
Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor ever been shut down?
No, Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?
Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor been fined?
Yama Taiyo Restaurant in Palm Harbor has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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