SazÓn Chapin in Key West
Last inspected:
1101 Truman Ave, Key West, FL 33040Sazón Chapin in Key West has averaged 9.2 violations per inspection across 21 inspections from April 2022 to January 2026—substantially exceeding the Florida statewide average of 5.2 violations per inspection. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 8 inspections, including failures to report illness and improper health documentation, representing a persistent systemic issue. Shell stock requirements violations appeared in at least 3 inspections. Proper cooking temperature violations were documented in multiple inspections, including the most recent on January 12, 2026. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. A fire safety violation was documented on April 4, 2017, for an expired portable fire extinguisher. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 found 27 violations—the highest single-inspection count on record, with 3 high-priority violations for employee health policy, shell stock requirements, and proper cooking temperatures—and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
SazÓn Chapin in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
SazÓn Chapin in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021055966 | $200.00 | Sep 13, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
SazÓn Chapin in Key West: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
SazÓn Chapin in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections31 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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SazÓn Chapin in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SazÓn Chapin in Key West last inspected?
- SazÓn Chapin in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at SazÓn Chapin in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at SazÓn Chapin in Key West are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has SazÓn Chapin in Key West had?
- SazÓn Chapin in Key West has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of SazÓn Chapin in Key West find?
- SazÓn Chapin in Key West was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has SazÓn Chapin in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, SazÓn Chapin in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has SazÓn Chapin in Key West had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, SazÓn Chapin in Key West has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has SazÓn Chapin in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, SazÓn Chapin in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has SazÓn Chapin in Key West been fined?
- SazÓn Chapin in Key West has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has SazÓn Chapin in Key West operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Jose's Latin Food 2 (2017).
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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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