Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
82
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe stretching back to 2022. Tropical Smoothie Cafe was last inspected on Mar 10, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
That's lower than the typical Fort Pierce restaurant, which scores around 87. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2025. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler not working at this time. No TCS foods stored. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Still not working no tics foods stored in cooler at this time **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
82
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
47
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
95
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner stored on front counter. Informed Employee. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. For two employees working, Marnesse and Kira.
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. For one employee, Marnesse.
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Men's room.
32-07-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Two employee drinks on preparation table. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse and cell phone on prep station. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cold station cooler in kitchen, bottom shelves and top opening of unit.
22-16-4
55
Mar 25, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee not washing hands when changing gloves to change task.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. No document for 3 employee. Informed manager. **Corrected On-Site**
11-04-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees more than 60 days no training; Payton and Cathryn. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On service line in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar bin and 4 plastic containers in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ice bucket not inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
58
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at sinks.
31B-02-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tropical Smoothie Cafe on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
How does Tropical Smoothie Cafe compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Pierce average of 87.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe have averaged around four 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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