TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE FL #153
2677 W OSCEOLA PARKWAY, Kissimmee FL 34741
Last inspected Aug 5, 2025 · 8 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
MAR 24
JUL 24
DEC 24
AUG 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018017092 | Feb 19, 2018 | Apr 23, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink next to triple sink blocked with dirty linen bin.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Handwashing sink next to triple sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on make table at kitchen entrance.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink cup on prep table near ice machine with prepared wraps.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee handbag hanging on shelf with peanut butter and utensils at back of kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Doors at top of reach-in cooler loose off hinges.
Food stored on floor. A box of Romain lettuce stored on floor of walk-in cooler.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Sandwich liners on the floor near restroom.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler on smoothie station.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Box of unwashed tomatoes above ready-to-eat lettuce in walk-in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container at smoothie station containing sugar no label.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor or walk-in freezer soiled with food debris.
Feb 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at triple sink area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Bottom of wall by prep table where drinks are made
Dec 16, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at triple sink area
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.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Bottom of wall by prep table where drinks are made
Dec 13, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cilantro lined with paper towel at walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at triple sink area
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green chemical in spray bottle not labeled by mop sink
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Facility only has one bathroom and the water rises to the top every time it is flushed
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on bottom shelf of prep table behind case of dark chocolate where smoothies are made. Operator picked up and discarded
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food prep with hair not put up.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Bottom of wall by prep table where drinks are made
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of single serve bowls and case of portion bowls stored on floor of hall way by bathroom. Operator moved
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar in large white container at drink area
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Mar 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
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. Sent tear sheet to pic
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. Sent tear sheet to pic
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.already on 60 day warning.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Opened drink in walk in freezer.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Jan 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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.
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.
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. Several new employees: Ja Maria, Jamel, Jacob.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License hanging on wall expired in April of 2023.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Smoothie maker with loose hair.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop in bottom of mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container at smoothie station.
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.