Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Tropical Smoothie Cafe five times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 13, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around 10 violations compared to roughly 16 violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Compared to other Port Orange restaurants (averaging 67), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -chemical cleaning agent spray bottle stored with nozzle facing boxes of food trays near ovens **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. -apples out front **Corrected On-Site**
08B-15-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -dust on ceiling vents in dining/prep areas -light fixtures in back Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind ice machine/water filter in back
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -corner section near entrance to back area from front
36-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -container of juice in back -ice bucket placed on floor to scoop ice
08B-47-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -prep area above lowboy cooler
36-24-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -lexans
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -bowls on top shelving in prep areas
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -lowboy up front next to ovens
29-49-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -back area near 3 compartment sink
36-73-4
52
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled cloth/cleaning food debris off surface then picked up food container without washing hands.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. -probe thermometer calibrated to 22F **Corrected On-Site**
05-06-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelving inside small glass door freezer
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -paper food trays **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -upper portion inside ice machine, some black spots/substance on stainless portion above splash guard **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of properly. -condensation draining on floor at end of cookline
28-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on multi use table next to box of gloves **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -air drying racks across from 3 compartment dink showing significant rust
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -front line area at end
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor of walk in freezer -mens restroom near trash bin, corner of toilet, grout -womens restroom grout -prep area in back, around jce machine, behind prep table
36-73-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -salt inside lexan without label above prep table in back **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wrapped sleeves of portion cup lids has old food debris/soil residue stuck to packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
25-25-4
45
Jun 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. -employee with nail polish preparing smoothies without gloves, employee put on gloves **Corrected On-Site**
13-06-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of microwaves have a light accumulation of grease and food debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in front prep area
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathrooms **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tile in men's bathroom has apparent water damage
36-32-5
Basic - Dish drying rack shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -employee wearing watch while preparing smoothie, operator educated employee, employee removed watch **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -male employee lacking hair restraint -female employee preparing smoothie with long hair hanging down, employee tied up and back - **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -floor in front of smoothie reach-in cooler
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath reach-in cooler and prep tables has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk-in freezer floor **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Light not functioning. -walk-in freezer
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -underneath lid of reach-in cooler has an accumulation of food debris -lower shelf with microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris -smoothie reach-in cooler door gaskets have an accumulation of food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. -men's bathroom
36-64-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -plastic containers on dish drying rack
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -smoothie reach-in cooler
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. -ice used as food stored inside ice machine that lacks a door to protect the ice, door on ice machine is missing
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above prep sink and handwash sink in front prep area has an accumulation of food debris -wall above handwash sink and triple sink has an accumulation of food debris **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
33
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -multiple spray bottles hanging off handwash sink next to triple sink, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -multiple cutting boards stained throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors underneath shelves in walk-in cooler have an accumulation of food debris
36-73-4
Basic - Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. -operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler door soiled -reach-in cooler gaskets lightly soiled -exterior of microwave lightly soiled -lower shelves of prep tables have an accumulation of food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall over rear prep area has an accumulation of dust/debris
36-27-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both women's and men's restrooms
32-04-4
50
Jul 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards soiled -interior of reach in coolers throughout kitchen -interior of microwave soiled -light buildup of black, mold-like substance inside ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -employee used handwash sink to fill sanitizer bucket with water **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -standing water on floor underneath ice bin in prep table
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor soiled underneath prep counter -walk in freezer floor soiled **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -ice bin on prep table **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of fruit reach in cooler -can operator holder soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. -toilet in womens restroom continuously running after being flushed
32-23-4
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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 Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tropical Smoothie Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
How does Tropical Smoothie Cafe compare to other restaurants in Port Orange?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Orange average of 67.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tropical Smoothie Cafe 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.
How often is Tropical Smoothie Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tropical Smoothie Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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