Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville
Last inspected:
3345 Sw 34th St Ste 5, Gainesville, FL 32608Part of: Tropical Smoothie Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville has accumulated 60 violations across 14 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.3 per visit. The facility received one warning in 2017 and an administrative complaint recommendation in 2023. Fire safety inspections documented two citations for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone, both in 2016. The most frequently cited violations involve consumer advisories, ventilation, and protected outer openings.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015008151 | $160.00 | Feb 19, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville last inspected?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 2, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville had?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville find?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville was most recently inspected on October 2, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville been fined?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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