Tropical Fruit

1941 S Military Trl R6, West Palm Beach, FL 33415

Other

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Tropical Fruit has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to four violations per visit.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Tropical Fruit's latest score of 86 sits above the West Palm Beach average of 79. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched cellphone while holding to face/mouth and while text messaging then handled clean equipment, clean utensils and prepared food/drink for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-29-4

Jun 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee walked behind counter from customer area of location handled clean equipment/utensils/unwrapped plastic cups and prepared food for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-16-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter; horchata made with evaporated milk (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated held at room temperature displayed on front counter until served less than 4 hours, added ice. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to being blocked by multiple large boxes. Operator moved boxes, hand washing sink accessible. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Oct 2, 2024

Complaint Full

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

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High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator collected money then washed hands at triple sink without using soap, then proceeded to scoop ice and serve food Advised operator who washed hands **Corrected On-Site**

12A-13-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink Operator provided

31B-03-4

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. Operator has no written procedure Emailed poster **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At Counter; cut cabbage (70F - Cooling)since 12:10 @ 12:46,at 1:17 same At this current rate food will not reach the temperature of 41F within four hours. Advised operator who moved to quick chill At Counter; cooked carrot (50F - Cooling) since 10am@12:46,at 1:17pm same ; cooked beans 57F at 12:52pm at 1:17pm same( 57F cooling) At this current rate food will not get to 41F or lower within six hours Advised operator who moved to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-15-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Reina Toledo Expires on 09/05/2024

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked by plastic bin Advised operator who removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator provided no thermometer

05-08-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Tamarind and plastic bottle with juice on floor Advised operator

08B-38-4

Mar 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Dec 28, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Fruit last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Fruit on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Fruit?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Fruit.

How does Tropical Fruit compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Tropical Fruit most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has Tropical Fruit's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tropical Fruit have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tropical Fruit 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 Tropical Fruit inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tropical Fruit is inspected around two times per year on average.

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