Tropical Smoothie Cafe

145 Hillside Road, Cranston, RI 02920

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 20, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe stretching back to 2024. On Feb 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: two violations last time, zero this time.

When inspectors have written things up, food-contact surfaces has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Cranston restaurant scene, where the average is 88, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 20, 2025

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

Nov 21, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (blenders) were observed with a slight accumulation of food residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Staff washed, rinsed, sanitized during time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is draining inside the unit. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. Establishment is aware of issue and has a work order in place.

5-403.12

Oct 24, 2024

Environmental Complaint

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

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Sweet potatoes and corn, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection. Cooling methods guide and logs left with person in charge at the time of inspection. Cooling logs to be filled for review by inspector at the next inspection.

3-501.14

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (inside of blender caps) were observed with an accumulation of food debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Blenders washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Equipment to be replaced as needed.

4-601.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the blender containers have an accumulation of black residue. Non-food contact surfaces are to be cleaned as often as necessary or replaced as needed.

4-602.13

Mar 11, 2024

Opening

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the ware-washing area and on the back prep unit are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the dry storage area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

6-501.110

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Smoothie Cafe on file is from Feb 20, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Smoothie Cafe?

Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.

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

Tropical Smoothie Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tropical Smoothie Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about two previously.

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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