The Crooked Fork

24 E Magnolia Ave, Eustis, FL 32726
American
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, The Crooked Fork has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 9, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Restaurants in Eustis average 82, so The Crooked Fork trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. One tank at front counter.
51-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In white chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm, operator changed water. Rechecked 50 ppm
21-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose.
21-01-4
64
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In white chest freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water leaking at hand washing sink
29-08-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In flour container. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knife stored between prep table and reach in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottle of cooking oil. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
64
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - interior of fryer - white cutting board **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
70
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - interior of fryers - white cutting board on preparation station. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. - Togo boxes and cups stored in dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
24-26-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave on line
22-08-4
70
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
61
Nov 30, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Crooked Fork last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Crooked Fork on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Crooked Fork?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Crooked Fork.

How does The Crooked Fork compare to other restaurants in Eustis?

The Crooked Fork most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Eustis average of 82.

Has The Crooked Fork's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Crooked Fork have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Crooked Fork means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is The Crooked Fork inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Crooked Fork is inspected around three times per year on average.