CHIN
212 W 1 ST, Sanford FL 32771
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -3 live roaches on floor by water heater -2 live crawling on floor -3 live roaches on floor by 2 door cooler -1 live roach on crawling on exterior of reach in cooler. -per operator and form pest control was completed this morning.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee's pistol stored on shelf over roll-top reach-in cooler, operator removed
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -glass door reach-in cooler: unwashed potatoes and cucumbers over kimchi
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored on prep table, operator removed
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -double glass door reach-in cooler: raw shell eggs stored over prepared vegetables and raw pork stored over chicken base, operator reorganized reach-in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic bowl stored in vinegar, operator removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -over rear prep table/shelves
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -pink sanitizer solution spray bottle lacking label, operator labeled
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee personal bags stored above rice flour, operator removed
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. -operator removed
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -operator discarded standing water in plastic pan, filled a metal pan and placed on hot plate to rapidly heat
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board, operator filled sanitizer bucket and relocated the wet wiping cloth to the sanitizer bucket
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -chicken and shrimp, provided Time As Public Health Control Written Procedures form
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. -cooked chicken and cooked pork
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked rice rolls, per operator cooked on Saturday 3/1/2025, operator dated
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -cardboard with tortillas lining shelf above tabletop fryer, operator discarded
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -spoon for rice stored in water 80F, operator discarded water
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall around handwash sink has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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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
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
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -oil jug stored on floor, operator relocated
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -hot holding cabinet
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwash sink in kitchen
Aug 27, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -triple sink leaking while in operation
Aug 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -double glass door reach-in cooler: cooked pasta 47F, baked beans 47F, cooked green beans 46F, employee relocated foods to walk-in cooler to rapidly cool
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sinks in employee restrooms
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -plastic knives in service area
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -triple sink leaking while in operation
Jan 18, 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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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
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind oven
Jan 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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
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
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind oven
Jan 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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
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
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. -paintbrush used with barbecue sauce
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -sweats stored on top of reach in freezer
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind oven
Aug 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Aug 1, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw eggs over pretzels
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -3 live roaches on floor by water heater -2 live crawling on floor -3 live roaches on floor by 2 door cooler -1 live roach on crawling on exterior of reach in cooler. -per operator and form pest control was completed this morning.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. -Approximately 25 dead roaches on glue trap under handsink -approximately 25 dead roaches on glue trap under 3 compartment sink. -approximately 9 dead on floor next to 2 door cooler. -dead roaches on floor under 3 compartment sink. Operator currently cleaning up
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -water bottle on prep table
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on counter
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
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.