Tropical Smoothie Cafe

5780 S University Dr Ste 106, Davie, FL 33328

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Tropical Smoothie Cafe seven times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 30, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Davie average 79, so Tropical Smoothie Cafe is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 30, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 29, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Sep 6, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples in basket at front counter not individually wrapped. Manager pulled to rehash and wrap. **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-15-4

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer reading 30F in ice water.

05-06-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket under toaster oven reading less than 150ppm quaternary. Manager dumped and remade to proper 200ppm quaternary. **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

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.Emailed reporting agreement form to manager. One new employee hired at time of inspection.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Grill cleaner on clear bottle not labeled on shelf under oven. Operator labeled grill cleaner **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in sandwich line.

14-09-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. 1. Cases of sauces on floor in walk in cooler. 2. Cases of panini on floor in walk in freezer. Operator elevated **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Wall soiled above 3 compartment sink in prep station.

36-27-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing by exit door. **Repeat Violation**

36-03-4

Nov 15, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on top cutting board in sandwich station in kitchen. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized area during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing by exit door.

36-03-4

Sep 7, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Lower frame of back entrance doors tiles are broken. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: Observed same **Time Extended**

36-17-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - mop sink heavily soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: Observed same. **Time Extended**

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Smoothie Cafe on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Smoothie Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.

How does Tropical Smoothie Cafe compare to other restaurants in Davie?

Tropical Smoothie Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Davie average of 79.

Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tropical Smoothie Cafe 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 Smoothie Cafe inspected?

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

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