Tropical Smoothie Cafe

1135 Hwy 85 N Ste C, Fayetteville, GA 30214

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from May 21, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “in-use utensils”, which has been cited two times.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe scores about where you'd expect for a Fayetteville restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoop with handle being stored in ice and food products. COS. Scoop handle removed from products. CA: In-use utensils stored in the product shall be stored with the handles above the level of the food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris and ice on the floors of the walk-in cooler and freezer and under shelves throughout the facility. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed that the back door was propped open. COS. Door unpropped. CA: Exterior openings shall be self-closing and tight fitting.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed that the inspection report was posted on a wall behind the counter and was not readable at a distance of 1 foot away. CA: Inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, in a conspicuous place, and readable at a distance of 1 foot away.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Oct 25, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cold TCS food was stored above 41 F (coconut milk marked as keep refrigerated, leafy greens, yogurt). COS. Discarded. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed that the back door was no longer tight-fitting as there was a gap under the door. RCA: Replace weather stripping. CA: Exterior openings shall be self-closing and tight-fitting.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Jun 5, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoop with handle being stored in ice. CA: In-use utensils stored in the product shall be stored with the handles above the level of the food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee phone on counters. COS. Phone moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Smoothie Cafe on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Smoothie Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.

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

Tropical Smoothie Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fayetteville average of 82.

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.

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