Tropical Sno

16835 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Frozen Desserts

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Tropical Sno has been inspected three times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 28, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

“Food storage, prohibited areas” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Tropical Sno trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 28, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CRFM at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Food Storage, Prohibited Areas

Inspector notes: Observed syrups and disposable cups being stored in bathroom. Food may not be stored in the following rooms: Locker, toilet, dressing, garbage, mechanical rooms; under non-shielded sewer lines, leaking water lines, stairwells, any other contamination source. Discussed with PIC storage options in the establishment. Consecutive repeat: 2nd

3-305.12

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket with wiping cloths below 50ppm. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations between uses. PIC was instructed to place wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection

3-304.14

Service Sink

Inspector notes: Observed no mop sink at the establishment. PIC said mop water is disposed of down the drain of the 3-compartment sink. At least 1 service sink or 1 curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain shall be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste

5-203.13

Apr 8, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food Storage, Prohibited Areas

Inspector notes: Observed syrups and disposable spoons being stored in bathroom. Food may not be stored in the following rooms: Locker, toilet, dressing, garbage, mechanical rooms; under non-shielded sewer lines, leaking water lines, stairwells, any other contamination source. Discussed with PIC storage options in the establishment

3-305.12

Service Sink

Inspector notes: Observed no mop sink at the establishment. PIC said mop water is disposed of down the drain of the 3-compartment sink or on the ground outside. At least 1 service sink or 1 curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain shall be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste

5-203.13

Aug 13, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Service Sink

5-203.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Sno last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Sno on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Sno?

Across the inspection record, “food storage, prohibited areas” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Sno.

How does Tropical Sno compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Tropical Sno most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Tropical Sno's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tropical Sno have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tropical Sno 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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