Chin
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
78
Score
Chin has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 12, 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 four violations per visit.
The city-wide average is 77, putting Chin squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Sep 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw tilapia stored over multiple ready-to-eat foods inside black reach-in freezer, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -oil jug stored on floor, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee sunglasses and charging cord stored on shelf above reach-in cooler, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -hot holding cabinet
05-09-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwash sink in kitchen
33-38-4
70
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-27: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-27: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -triple sink leaking while in operation **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-27: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-27: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-27: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
70
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -Cashiers **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind oven **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
86
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Philly brisket single 46F -hot dogs 46F, sausage 46F, queso 47F -potatoes cooked last night 47F. Manager states they temped at 41F this morning. -Manager moved all foods to walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Hot dogs 43F, sausage 42F, potatoes 43F. -queso temperature 47F in cooler overnight. See stop sale. Operator has contacted refrigerator technician. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -Cashiers **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind oven **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
74
Aug 1, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
90
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans not inverted
25-06-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
90
Oct 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chin last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chin on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
How does Chin compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Chin most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sanford average of 77.
Has Chin's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chin have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chin means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Chin inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chin is inspected around three times per year on average.
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