Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
82
Score
Tropical Smoothie Cafe appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
“Certified food manager or person” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average is 84, putting Tropical Smoothie Cafe squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice maker water filter not dated. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-04: **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Large make table in back has torn gasket left door. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-04: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-04: Not posted in back. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
82
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Nine, 7 oz Greek yogurts marked with yesterday's date. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice maker water filter not dated.
29-28-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. New assistant manager did not know the big 6 no poster posted. Provided. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-07-5
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. No employee present has completed food handler training from an approved source. Jaheim and Mercedes. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Large make table in back has torn gasket left door. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Small reach in cooler in back has soiled gasket.
23-03-4
55
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
High Priority - unwashed produce over washed produced Unwashed apples stored over cooked bacon and other ready to eat foods
08A-04-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water.
29-04-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided operator with big 6 poster **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Paper towel dispenser in handsink, dispenser moved by manager **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to operator **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Sandwich make table cutting board grooved
14-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. In front of mop sink
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on several doors of reach in coolers
14-11-5
39
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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Feb 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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/manager was on delivery. Returned to Restaurant **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in back by triple sink **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop whey protein **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Sugar **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened drink in 2 door reach in cooler in back **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over various dressing **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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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 Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tropical Smoothie Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “certified food manager or person” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
How does Tropical Smoothie Cafe compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the 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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