SAVANH OF LAOS
5667 SEMINOLE BLVD, Seminole FL 33772 · 7279148034
Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 5 visits since September 2023
MAR 24
MAR 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
3 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/26
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019056206 | Sep 19, 2019 | Nov 27, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Staff in kitchen handled raw chicken and shrimp, then proceeded to change gloves with no hand wash. Discussed proper handwashing with operstor
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/26
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine test kit
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Utensils not inverted next to rice warmer
Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs stored on top of foil wrapped pvc pipe protruding from wall on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Metal cart in center of kitchen heavily soiled Cooler gaskets soiled
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over vegetables in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep cooler - cut cabbage (61F - Cold Holding)
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for triple sink
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Multiple items in freezers prepared on site not dated, discussed with operator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Cooler gaskets soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
May 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Individual containers of sauces in reach in freezers not dated
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At bar
Mar 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Individual containers of sauces in reach in freezers not dated
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowls in rice bins
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in crispy rice
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of toaster oven soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At bar
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice machine in hallway next to restrooms not secured
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Prepared produce stored in grocery bags in walk in cooler. Discussed with operator the need to store food in containers or bags approved for food storage.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Tofu, cream
Large shed like structure added to behind building used to store 3 freezers and supplies. Shed is secured with a lock. Walls not smooth and easily cleanable. Shed is not on plans. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Frozen cooked items portioned and frozen in rear storage freezer no date. Operator is able to determine the the prep date and will date accordingly
Stored food not covered. Prepared vegetables not covered in walk in cooler, tofu not covered in walk in cooler. Discussed the need to cover or protect all foods in the walk in cooler.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Small shed like building in rear of establishment
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.