TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
7561 W SAND LAKE RD, Orlando FL 32819 · 4076257146
Last inspected Mar 6, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
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4 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Held overnight per operator spinach (54F - Cold Holding)
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Per operator, when asked where their mop water was being dumped, operator stated they dump outside because their mop sink was inaccessible and being used as storage. Operator removed items located in mop sink and was informed to dump mop water in mop sink that is efficiently working.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Per operator, did not have any test kit because they had expired, new one is ordered
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Several water bottles on prep tables in kitchen
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Above three compartment sink
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Food stored on floor. Box of apples stored on floor in kitchen
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed box of tomatoes over ready to eat cut fruit, operator moved to proper hierarchy
Jun 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Informed employees of proper handwashing process. Employee washed hands and regloved.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Employees touched dirty smoothie containers then began preparing smoothie without handwashing. Educated employee about proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Held overnight per operator spinach (54F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter
No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over prep table.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On floor at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White substance containers at front counter.
Jan 9, 2025□ 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 tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Holes in ceiling tiles over hand wash sink
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout establishment.
Fixed nonfood-contact equipment not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls when exposed to spillage. three compartment sink not attached to wall. Sink in women's bathroom not attached to wall
Jan 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee taking money and not washing hands before putting on gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Turkey 57F - Cold Holding held overnight grilled chicken (49 - Cold Holding) held overnight swiss (55F - 47f Cold Holding); shredded cheese (55F - 48F Cold Holding); cabbage (59F - Cold Holding); pork (58F - Cold Holding); lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); sweet potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); corn (49F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. turkey (57F - Cold Holding); swiss (55F - 47f Cold Holding); shredded cheese (55F - 48FCold Holding); cabbage (59F - Cold Holding); pork (58F - Cold Holding. 39); lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); sweet potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); corn (49F - Cold Holding) Operator placed item in freezer.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Turkey 57F - Cold Holding held overnight grilled chicken (49 - Cold Holding) held overnight
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front counter
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink at front sink
Person in charge unable to answer basic questions about allergens.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Marked 2010
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Holes in ceiling tiles over hand wash sink
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout establishment.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Stop sale ice
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Blender containers at front counter
Fixed nonfood-contact equipment not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls when exposed to spillage. three compartment sink not attached to wall. Sink in women's bathroom not attached to wall
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over reach in freezer in kitchen atrea
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front sink
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups by front beverage cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over cooked chicken
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At dishwashing station
Apr 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. - ladies room
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - employee beverages on shelf with utensils
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below cooler and freezer in back area
Food stored on floor. - case of apples - plastic bottles of Sprite
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Single-service articles improperly stored. - case of cups on the floor
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.