TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE LOXAHATCHEE GROVES
15673 SOUTHERN BLVD #B-103-104, Loxahatchee Groves FL 33470 · 561-657-8480
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 5 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler#3 near ovens: kale slaw (47F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026036185 | Mar 17, 2026 | Jun 11, 2026 | $200 |
| 2--2022052600 | Sep 12, 2022 | Nov 17, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 3 dented cans pineapple chunks
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee handle sanitizer buckets then handled clean blenders to prepare beverage; no hand wash. Employee washed hands and blenders.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler at smoothie station: cut kale (55F - Cold Holding); cut spinach (57F - Cold Holding) As per operator, removed from walk in cooler and stored 2 hours in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. Stored over stacked. Operator removed over stacked portion to quick chill.
Mar 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler near oven: kale salad (48F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler near oven: kale salad (48F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Handle of tong in contact with spinach. Operator corrected.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in freezer floor soiled. Shelf above prep table near oven.
Aug 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Jul 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed manager remove some items from the ground, touched chemical spray bottle then handled flip top cooler lid; no hand wash. Manager washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At smoothie preparation make station: watermelon (50F - Cold Holding) As per manager, diced watermelons were placed in flip top unit at make station from walk in since 7:30am. Not prepped or portioned today. Operator discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At prep table near walk in cooler: Restroom cleaner in spray bottle stored on prep counter. Manager stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At hand wash sink near beverage preparation area: hand wash sink used to store wet wiping cloths. Manager removed wiping cloths.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Food stored on floor. Beverages in walk in cooler stored on floor. Manager stored properly.
Walk in cooler and walk in freezer floors soiled with food debris.
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler#3 near ovens: kale slaw (47F - Cold Holding) Not prepped or portioned today As per operator stored overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler#3 near ovens: kale slaw (47F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles, vents and lighting fixtures throughout prep area soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee open drink on prep table near walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphones on prep table near walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Bag of bread on floor of walk in freezer. Operator removed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in walk in freezer under cooling unit.
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