Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood
Last inspected:
980 W State Rd 434, Longwood, FL 32750Pho Ben Thanh in Longwood has accumulated 288 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.5 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach and rodent activity. Chemical storage, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting are the most frequently cited violations. In late 2024 and early 2025, the facility faced intensified enforcement with warnings issued in October 2024 and again in February 2026, followed by compliance callbacks.
Most recent closure: April 23, 2019 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
This Facility
8.5
violations / inspection
8.5 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Seminole County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood: Emergency Closure History (1)
Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019023422 | $400.00 | Apr 23, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood last inspected?
- Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood last shut down?
- Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood was last shut down on April 23, 2019 for roach & rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood had?
- Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood find?
- Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood been fined?
- Ben Thanh Kitchen in Longwood has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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