Savanh of Laos

5667 Seminole Blvd, Seminole, FL 33772

Southeast Asian

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

Score

High Risk

Savanh of Laos has been inspected seven times since 2022. On Mar 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average Seminole facility scores 71, putting Savanh of Laos on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/26

50-17-3

High Priority - 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

12A-12-4

Intermediate - 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

16-32-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled

23-24-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Utensils not inverted next to rice warmer

24-05-4

Basic - Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.

21-23-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line

36-73-4

Basic - 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

10-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Metal cart in center of kitchen heavily soiled Cooler gaskets soiled

23-03-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**

14-17-4

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over vegetables in walk in cooler

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep cooler - cut cabbage (61F - Cold Holding)

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for triple sink

16-37-1

Intermediate - 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

02C-04-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Cooler gaskets soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

May 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: **Time Extended**

02C-04-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At bar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: **Time Extended**

29-49-6

Mar 19, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Sep 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Jul 14, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters has accumulation of grease **Warning**

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Savanh of Laos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Savanh of Laos on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Savanh of Laos?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Savanh of Laos.

How does Savanh of Laos compare to other restaurants in Seminole?

Savanh of Laos most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Seminole average of 71.

Has Savanh of Laos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Savanh of Laos have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Savanh of Laos means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Savanh of Laos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Savanh of Laos is inspected around two times per year on average.

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