TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
1007 1 ST E, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941-747-0505
Last inspected Oct 31, 2025 · 6 visits since October 2023
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OCT 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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. Educated Person in charge and gave Person in charge a copy of the handout
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Oct 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in black reach in cooler hummus (61F - Cold Holding); pesto (58F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (62F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); chai cream (60F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding foods.Person in charge discarded all food items. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in black reach in cooler hummus (61F - Cold Holding); pesto (58F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (62F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); chai cream (60F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding foods.Person in charge discarded all food items. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee with wrist ban on wrist preparing food.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on guard and washed hands.
Equipment in poor repair.observed on reach in cooler on cooks line gasket torn and door won't close tight.
Food stored on floor.observed in walk-in freezer frozen yogurt tip stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge closed lid.
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in small black reach in cooler yogurt (48F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold food storage. Person in charge discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in small black reach in cooler yogurt (48F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold food storage. Person in charge discarded.
Frozen yogurt tubs stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Garbage on the pad around dumpster on south end of parking area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid on south end of property. Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Jesse
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk-in freezer frozen yogurt containers stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Garbage on pad around dumpster. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid on south end of parking area.Person in charge could not close because lid is pinned against wall.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Unwrapped single-service forks not presented so that only the handles are touched. Person in charge inverted.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry by mop sink.Person in charge inverted.
Feb 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in main kitchen area can opener with black mold like substance. Person in charge washed and sanitized can opener.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Handwashing sink in back kitchen blocked with ice buckets. Person in charge removed ice buckets. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed: Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink in back area of kitchen. Educated Person in charge on back flow prevention. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed in front kitchen area next to Handwashing sink Food blender container next to Handwashing sink exposed to splash. Person in charge moved containers.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed bracelet on employee engaging in food preparation. Educated Person in charge on jewelry and food preparation. Employee removed bracelet. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food stored on floor. Observed in Walk in cooler 2 boxes of yogurt stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster on South end of building.
Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid open on south end of parking lot. Person in charge could not close dumpster lid. Dumpster lid was pinned against the wall. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Oct 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Educated Person in charge and gave Person in charge a copy of the handout
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Handwashing sink in back kitchen blocked with ice buckets. Person in charge removed ice buckets.
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. Educated Person in charge and gave Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge read and filled out form.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink in back area of kitchen. Educated Person in charge on back flow prevention.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed bracelets and watches on employee engaging in food preparation. Educated Person in charge on jewelry and food preparation.
Open dumpster lid open on south end of parking lot Person in charge closed dumpster lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in main kitchen area on sandwich make station single service bowl not inverted. Person in charge inverted SS bowls.
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