FORKS & STIX
30945 AVE A STE A, Big Pine Key FL 33043 · 305.680.9111
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar and panko containers
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. establishment is licensed for five seats and has approximately 45 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. establishment has increased seating to approximately 45 seats and his license for five seats.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment approved for 5 seats and there are 45 seats available. As per operator, form is in process of completion. As per operator, form is in process of completion.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed establishment approved for 5 seats and there are 45 seats available.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled
Handwash sink missing in the ice machine area as per approved plans.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Items on sushi menu are not identified as raw or undercooked.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface covering rice
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. addition seating has been added to the establishment. Approximately 45 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. additional seating has been added to the establishment. Approximately 45 seats.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. As per approved plans there needs to be a new handwashing sink installed in the ice machine area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. As per approved plans there needs to be a new handwashing sink installed in the ice machine area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Seating has been undressed with the addition of another bay next to original unit. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Seating has been undressed with the addition of another bay next to original unit. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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.
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. Form was emailed to operator.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Seating has been undressed with the addition of another bay next to original unit. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Single-service articles, take out containers, improperly stored on the floor
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.