TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
1013 S UNIVERSITY DR, Plantation FL 33324
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 5 visits since November 2023
4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed sauce cups used to scoop fruits in the flip top cooler. Operator removed sauce cups.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container of wonton strips with the scoop handle in contact with the food. Operator removed scoop handle.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. Observed 1 dented can of pineapple tidbits. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over ready to eat chicken in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemicals at front counter. As per operator, chemical is bleach. Operator labeled properly.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket at ice machine not stored inverted. Operator stored properly.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container of raw sugar cane with the scoop handle in direct contact with the food. Operator removed handle from food.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Accumulation of blackmold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Manager cleaned area
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue on cutting board. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on can opener blade.
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employee keys and bag stored on shelves over takeout containers.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. -Observed bug zapper installed in food preparation area next to prep table.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed case with takeout cups stored on dry storage floor. -Observed employee shoes stored on case containing drinking cups.
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.