Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
1851 Cordova Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316Part of: Tropical Smoothie Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale averaged 6 violations per inspection across 22 inspections, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on July 18, 2025 for roach activity. An inspection on the same date documented 18 violations including high-priority findings for approved food source, allergen awareness, and consumer advisory failures. A callback inspection on July 19 found the facility had not complied with the emergency order, citing 6 additional violations. The facility received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on September 22, 2025 resulted in an inspection completed with no further action, though 4 violations were cited including employee health reporting and consumer advisory issues.
Most recent closure: July 18, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025054171 | $400.00 | Jul 18, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023012626 | $200.00 | Feb 14, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 4 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between July 18, 2025 and July 21, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on July 18, 2025 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on September 22, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $600.00 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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