Forte's on the Square

27 E. 4th St., Crossville, TN 38555

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

Score

High Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 11 violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Food Service Establishment Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: observed dish machine in use not properly dispensing sanitizer, after three attempts zero ppm chlorine observed in dish machine. corrective action, discussed proper cleaning of food contact surfaces with pic. shut down dish machine, set up three compartment sink with quat for time being. will check back at follow up for corrections.

Proper cooling time and temperature

Inspector notes: observed prime rib, French onion soup, meatballs, shredded chicken cooling at room temperature for about an hour and a half. without intervention would not have reached proper temperature within time frame. corrective action, discussed with pic and moved to coolers, all temperatures dropping properly.

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector notes: observed breaded chicken at 90 and grilled chicken at 125 in warmer by salad bar. corrective action, discussed proper hot holding temps with pic and embargoed about two pounds of chicken.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Inspector notes: : PIC does not have Active Managerial Control of food systems in FSE, due to excessive number of critical violations during inspection. corrective action, discussed all critical violations with pic,will provide training documents and log sheets to assist with compliance. will return for follow up.

Handwashing sinks properly supplied and adequate

Inspector notes: upon arrival observed hand washing sink in kitchen blocked by dirty dish rack. also observed food in hand sink, noodles and lemons. corrective action, discussed with pic about access to hand sink and not using hand sink for dumping or food use.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: brick walls are stained and dirty. floors in kitchen, around back door, stained and in poor condition.

Most recent inspection posted

Inspector notes: inspection not posted at all.

Food properly labeled; original container, required records available

Inspector notes: observed numerous plastic containers on shelves in kitchen not properly labeled as required.

In-use utensil; properly stored

Inspector notes: scoops in flour and rice submerged under product with handles inside of the containers.

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: cutting boards heavily worn and stained, need resurfaced. shelving with wear and tear and rusting.

Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: observed coolers with food debris on interior of unit located inside and outside.

Dec 15, 2023

Food Service Establishment Inspection

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Forte's on the Square last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Forte's on the Square on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Forte's on the Square's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Forte's on the Square have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Forte's on the Square means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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