CHRISTOS

Health grade
A · 94/100
Seminole County rank
Safer than 58%
Diner rating
4.3 ★ · 1,777 reviews
Violations
1 intermediate and 3 basic
Last inspected
Mar 2026

It pulls 4.3 stars across 1,777 reviews and ranks safer than 58% of Seminole County restaurants we grade. Look for american in Sanford. Menus here flag options for vegetarian and healthy diners.

Get directions Call (407) 320-0799

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (94/100)
Violations
4 total — 1 intermediate, 3 basic
Address
107 W 1 ST, Sanford, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
American restaurant, Family restaurant, Pizza restaurant, Restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.3 stars (1777 reviews)
Seats
81
Phone
(407) 320-0799
Website
Official website
Photo of CHRISTOS
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Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 1,777 reviews
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What diners say — our read

If these 20 reviews agree on a topic, it is the staff. Reviewers who mention front-of-house rate this place 4.9 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (18 of 20). 19 of 20 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 1 are two or lower. No one in this corpus comments on value for money at all.

The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (94/100) with 1 intermediate and 3 basic violations. The visit behind that grade was March 10, 2026. Ranked against Seminole County, it is safer than 58% of the restaurants we score. For specifics, the last inspection cited cross-contamination and food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized.

With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.

Our own analysis of 20 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    An excellent experience all around. Knew nothing of the place and had no expectations. Excellent Burger with all fresh toppings, the Chicken De Christie was amazing. Topped off the experience with a fresh, homemade Cherry Cheesecake.

  • June 19, 2026

    Food was great, the connolis were so fresh & yummy

  • June 17, 2026

    I had a pizza called The Works with everything on it it was fabulous you must try it even if you have to drive from Alaska

  • June 16, 2026

    My wife and I love to eat here. She's a big fan of the stromboli.

  • June 14, 2026

    The burger was very tasty.

  • June 14, 2026

    Worst.chixken sandwich ive ever had. Frozen chicken fried too long and burned. Pickle juice on fries when asked for no pickles. Not coming back.

  • June 14, 2026

    Great quality Great service!!! Thanks Gina !!

  • June 12, 2026

    Good experience, good food, service was excellent...

  • June 6, 2026

    The food was delicious and the experience was excellent. We especially want to thank Shena for her incredible attention; she was very kind, attentive and made sure that everything was perfect during our visit. We will definitely be back!

  • June 3, 2026

    The desserts are a must. Another must try is their Greek Nachos, they are one of a kind. The food and service are excellent. April and Autumn are 2 of the best servers we have ever had. If you are in Sanford you must give them a try...

  • May 17, 2026

    This place had great food and great baked goods. It was amazing.

  • May 12, 2026

    What a great place to grab a bite. Plenty of options on the menu and the food was so good. The chef salad was loaded as was the rueben sandwich. The staff were extremely friendly and those at my table enjoyed the friendly banter with them.. will definitely be back.

  • May 6, 2026

    Te best food in Sanford so yummy & authentic!

  • May 3, 2026

    Great

  • May 2, 2026

    We had an absolutely amazing experience at Cristo’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria! We ordered the extra-large supreme pizza with extra sauce, and it was hands down one of the best pizzas we’ve had perfectly cooked, loaded with toppings, and full of flavor. Of course, we couldn’t leave without dessert! We took home the pineapple upside-down cheesecake, lemon pie, and apple pie each one was just as delicious as the next. To top it all off, our server Lisa made the experience unforgettable. She gave us a wonderful history of the restaurant and truly took us down memory lane. You can tell she takes pride in what she does, and it shows. This place was nothing short of amazing from start to finish. We will definitely be back!

  • April 19, 2026

    we have been here twice we had Gina each time she is Great service and food

  • April 13, 2026

    Very nice staff

  • March 29, 2026

    Mac and cheese so good. There fried shrimp was delish. They use kettle corn on batter. Soooo good.

  • March 25, 2026

    My husband and I visited yesterday and this was the first time I had been in this restaurant in 40 years. It was still wonderful. The server was great. Food was top notch and the to go cookies were a great surprise!!

  • March 20, 2026

    We celebrated my Dad’s 80th birthday at Christo’s, and everything was absolutely fantastic! From making the reservation with Jan to the incredible service from Autumn, the entire experience was seamless and memorable.The food was outstanding, and the cake we ordered in advance from them was honestly one of the best we’ve ever had—unbelievably good!! A special thank you to Autumn, who was truly exceptional and made the celebration even more enjoyable. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!

Overall Score

68 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 7/20
    2 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 3 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 7 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 10, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
  2. March 5, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    3 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 9 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
  3. November 4, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 9 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 27 — Water source safe; hot and cold water under pressure
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 10, 2026