Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville

Last inspected:

3345 Sw 34th St Ste 5, Gainesville, FL 32608

Part of: Tropical Smoothie Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

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.

14Inspections
60Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 4.3 violations / inspection 4.3 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Alachua County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement 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

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the Fire Extinguisher by the back door is in the red zone. **Repeat Violation**

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the fire extinguisher by the back door in the recharge zone.

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 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
— 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
— 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

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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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