Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Tropical Smoothie Cafe has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 17, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around 10 violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Ruskin average 75, so Tropical Smoothie Cafe trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards hanging at 3 compartment sink.
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/ Observed 4 employees working with no certified food manager on site. Manager arrived at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards hanging at 3 compartment sink.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting on drying rack.
24-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket tested 0 ppm quat, employee remade tested 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket on floor near ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
64
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Kale in garbage bag in walk in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cut tomatoes in reach in cooler date marked 4/13.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cut tomatoes in reach in cooler date marked 4/13.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 3 compartment sink tested 0 ppm quaternary ammonium, manager remade at time of inspection tested 150 ppm quaternary ammonium. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. turkey 46 F, cheese 49 F sitting high in reach in cooler, employee placed down in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked with garbage can, removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee drinks on food in walk in cooler, manager removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee items on shelf above spoons. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda bottles on floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks on drinks in walk in cooler.
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of foam cups on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in reach in cooler next to microwave.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket tested 0 ppm, employee remade tested 150ppm quaternary ammonium. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket on floor. **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
26
Apr 26, 2024
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container in handwash sink next to 3 Compartment Sink, employee removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
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/ Observed 4 employees working with no food manager on site, food manager arrived at time of inspections. **Corrected On-Site**
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. No reporting agreement for new hire, employee signed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag over food containers. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda on floor near office. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light over plastic spoons.
35B-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket on floor near bananas. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in dark chocolate.
10-01-5
50
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Jun 15, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies near front container 4 flies in back prep area 1 fly in dry storage area on shelf **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of bleach stored over box of chocolate on shelf in dry storage, operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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. Due 10/21/2022 **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table and in dry storage area. Operator removed drink from from dry storage area. Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks above turkey and other food products in walk in cooler. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container on sugar not labeled at front counter. **Warning**
02D-01-5
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tropical Smoothie Cafe on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tropical Smoothie Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
How does Tropical Smoothie Cafe compare to other restaurants in Ruskin?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Ruskin average of 75.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tropical Smoothie Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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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