Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria
Last inspected:
5072 Annunciation Circle Ste 101, Ave Maria, FL 34142Part of: Tropical Smoothie Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Tropical Smoothie Cafe location in Ave Maria has been inspected 24 times since 2016, accumulating 108 violations—averaging 4.5 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines were issued. Violations have centered on food contact surface sanitation, proper hand washing, cooking temperatures, and consumer advisories, with recurring issues in food contact surfaces appearing across multiple inspections including the most recent. The most recent inspection on October 28, 2025 resulted in four violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria: Comparison to Collier County Averages
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019018750 | $600.00 | Mar 15, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2017018744 | $200.00 | Mar 22, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative Complaint Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria last inspected?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 28, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria had?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria find?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria was most recently inspected on October 28, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria ever been shut down?
- No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria been fined?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Ave Maria has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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