TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ
1751 NE PINE ISLAND RD #L3, Cape Coral FL 33909 · 239.573.0035
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
5 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (50F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager is moving chicken into walk-in freezer.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife under sandwich maker. The GM removed the knife from under equipment.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No copy of latest inspection report available. The GM received a copy of last inspection from corporate to place in binder.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above mop sink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing watches while preparing food.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The knife was removed from under the sandwich maker.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator touch shirt prior to engaging in food preparation. Educated operator in not touching cloths or face while engaging on food preparation.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Stored food not covered. Observed box of apples uncovered on storage rack. The GM covered apples with plastic wrap.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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/. The manager stated she is currently in the process of obtaining her CFM.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled under 3 compartment sink. The manager labeled sanitizer bottle during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in lobby area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler beside toaster gasket torn.
Open dumpster lid.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled across from ice holder front counter.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (50F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager is moving chicken into walk-in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk-in cooler ambient temperature 52F. The manager stated she has put in a work order for walk-in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled across from ice holder front counter.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.