Donatos

5405 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA 31405
Pizza
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Donatos has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 10, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“Nonfood-contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Savannah average 91, so Donatos is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris and build up on gaskets in reach in coolers. Observed unused equipment (reach in coolers under main prep top) not cleaned. RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dirt, dust, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
95
May 27, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up debris and discoloration substance on racks in walk in cooler and on gaskets of reach in cooler. Rule: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
95
Aug 22, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink near back of kitchen without any soap available. RCA: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink near back of kitchen without any hand drying provisions. RCA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink near back of kitchen without cold water available. Observed handwashing sink near front of kitchen with a hot water temperature of 89F. RCA: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build-up of food debris and mold-like substance on racks and gaskets of coolers. RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Donatos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Donatos on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Donatos?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Donatos.

How does Donatos compare to other restaurants in Savannah?

Donatos most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Savannah average of 91.

Has Donatos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Donatos have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Donatos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.