TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
2000 NW 87 AVE STE 2, Doral FL 33172 · 3057616653
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment license expired 10/01/2024.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed Daniel Gonzalez hired for less than 60 days and not proof of responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided person in charge with employee health agreement and coached it.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom shelf of prep table rusted.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bag at several containers of food.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC Return above entrance of establishment bathrooms.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a couple of auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep without hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at storage rack across from ice machine.
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certificate for Frank Peña expired on 06/09/2025/Samantha Pena expired 01/21/2025
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food p and not hair restraint.
Oct 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Food Manager Certificate for Frank Pena expired 06/09/2025 and Samantha Pena expired 01/21/2025.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed Manager Angel Arce and not proof of food manager certificate.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dining area over men bathroom entrance, also over walk-in cooler entrance area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table front counter area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach-in cooler at front counter.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at 3 compartment sink faucet.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment license expired 10/01/2024.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Food Manager Certificate for Frank Pena expired 06/09/2025 and Samantha Pena expired 01/21/2025.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed Manager Angel Arce and not proof of food manager certificate.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed several paint containers, caulking tube stored by storage rack and single service items on the back.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at hose reach-in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dining area over men bathroom entrance, also over walk-in cooler entrance area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table front counter area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed both employees engaged in food serving/preparation without hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach-in cooler at front counter.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed fruit flies devices installed over food preparation table, staff removed light.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service lids stored on the floor at storage area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at 3 compartment sink faucet.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler/freezer handle soiled with food residue.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled/dusted AC return above walk-in cooler/freezer area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable on storage area and on preparation tables at front counters.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ripped gasket at reach in cooler front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of frozen cooked rice stored on the floor in front of walk-in freezer entrance, manager moved box into walk-in cooler rack
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice chest at front counter. Manger moved scoop to scoop holder.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed six containers of chicken cubes thawing at room temperature, as per manager out since 1:00 pm (2:50 pm actual time). Product still safe and mostly frozen 30°F, manager moved six containers to the reach in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucets 3 consecutive sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed working tables next to smoothie preparation area soiled with old food residues on the front and legs, also rusted.
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/. Observed four employees engaged in food preparation and serving with not certified food manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towels available at front counter handwashing sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed not thermometer available to measure temperature on food products. Coached staff member in how to calibrate thermometer using ice bath method.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed Nicole and Courtney. As per operator hired less than a week ago.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Nicole and Courtney. As per operator hired less than a week ago.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusted soiled AC vent over ice machine room.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with cut marks not longer cleanable at three compartment sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on trays stored on rack by handwashing sink in the back.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor under dump sink next to smoothy preparation area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket of Açaí berries stored on the floor at Walking Freezer, also observed box of cooked chicken stored on the floor at walking cooler. Staff corrected both by placing the foods on the rack.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching turbinado sugar by the ice machine area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed not ambient thermometer at reach in coolers in front counter area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler under preparation tables at front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled under front counter area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at all reach in coolers at front counter preparation tables.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle containers with not common name labels at preparation table front counter.
Nov 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air conditioner vent at front counter and back establishment near walk in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler located near front counter.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed 2 ceiling light fixtures out of service located at back kitchen.
Sep 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of pineapple tidbits at 6lbs 10oz by Big Valley, on shelves at kitchen area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. At the time of inspection observed current license expired on 10/01/2022. Operator renewed license at time of inspection, current license dated 10/01/2024.
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. Printed and provided to operator.
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. At the time of inspection Samantha and Jean, they do not have a food handlers certification. As per manager hired more than 8 months.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and provided printed form to operator.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter for ice machine without date marks, unable to know when filters were changed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin and on lid located at kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air conditioner vent at front counter and back establishment near walk in freezer.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket on top of ice machine not property stored.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint at front counter. Employee put on a head cap.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of strawberries on floor inside walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets located at front counter.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers stored over reach in cooler next to oven located at front counter. Employee inverted them properly.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler located near front counter.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed 2 ceiling light fixtures out of service located at back kitchen.
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.