Forks & Stix
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Forks & Stix has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Establishment did not report seating change” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Big Pine Key restaurant scores 77. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Jul 10, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
86
Oct 22, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - 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.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in the ice machine area as per approved plans. **Admin Complaint**
31A-07-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface covering rice
21-05-5
Basic - 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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-09-4
Basic - 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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-15-4
55
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
31A-07-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Warning**
51-15-4
82
Jun 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: plans for the remodel and expansion of the restaurant are not shown on base at callback inspection. As per plan review an application was submitted on 5/28/24 But there have been no plans approved as per plan reviewer Kay Clark . I observed emails to and from DBPR PLAN REVIEW Time Extended** Operator is waiting for response from Kay Clark for the plans that were emailed. . **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats The owner is waiting on fire and DOH sign offs. **Time Extended**
51-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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 . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: 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 . The owner is waiting on DOH and fire for sign off. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
82
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - 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/. **Warning**
51-16-7
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**
53B-01-5
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. Form was emailed to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed a completed remodel with approximately 50 seats **Warning**
51-15-4
Basic - 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 . **Warning**
51-09-4
67
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
29-37-4
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
Basic - Single-service articles , take out containers, improperly stored on the floor
25-05-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
70
Jul 26, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Forks & Stix last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Forks & Stix on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Forks & Stix?
Across the inspection record, “establishment did not report seating change” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Forks & Stix.
How does Forks & Stix compare to other restaurants in Big Pine Key?
Forks & Stix most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Big Pine Key average of 77.
Has Forks & Stix's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Forks & Stix have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Forks & Stix 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 Forks & Stix inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Forks & Stix is inspected around two times per year on average.
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