TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
1520 S BABCOCK ST STE A, Melbourne FL 32901 · 4077335860
Last inspected Feb 13, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flying insects by blenders
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container.handel in cooked chicken
Jul 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Temporary interruption - no alternative supply of water provided. Hand wash sink not working. No hot or cold water
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket door under small make table
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Temporary interruption - no alternative supply of water provided. Hand wash sink not working. No hot or cold water
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket door under small make table
Food stored on floor. Banana walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink next to office is not working, manager states she's trying to get approval for repairs.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Wall in front of office missing cove molding. Manager states it on the repair list.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink next triple sink is slow draining
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Red onions stored above ready to eat prepped cheese in walk in cooler
Dec 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
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/
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. Manager not there. Called and she was unable to inform employee where they were
May 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board small make table
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/
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall by triple sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets make table
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of pineapple tidbits 6lbs
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flying insects by blenders
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on small flip top
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By office
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior bottom of blenders soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
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.