Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

5895 Roosevelt Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32244

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed once, on May 31, 2022, due to no restrooms. The facility has accumulated 92 violations across 17 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection—slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations were cited in at least three separate inspections (2025, 2025, and 2022), representing a recurring compliance gap. Food contact surface violations and shell stock requirement violations also appeared across multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in 2019 (marked exit blocked by mop sink area) and 2016 (cooking equipment with no hood suppression system installed). The most recent inspection on November 5, 2025 identified 8 violations including a high-priority employee health reporting violation and a chemical storage violation, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Most recent closure: May 31, 2022 for no restrooms.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
92Violations
1Closures
4Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville
DateReasonReopened
No restrooms 08:16:00

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

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2022038066 $400.00 May 31, 2022 Fort Lauderdale

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door in mop sink area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-04-15: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. 2 small fryers for fries, hood with fryers needs maintenance and was removed **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-05-26: Still has no hood above fryers
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. 2 small fryers for fries, hood with fryers needs maintenance and was removed **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Fryer with hood attached broke down and they are frying under no hood
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source
V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 4 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V23 Chemical properly stored
V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V32 Proper sanitizing
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V41 Toilet facilities
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V28 Water supply

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V12 Shell stock requirements
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control
V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V28 Water supply

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V12 Shell stock requirements
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures
V14 Food contact surfaces
V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville last inspected?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 5, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville last shut down?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville was last shut down on May 31, 2022 for no restrooms. 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 Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville are: Proper sewage disposal, Shell stock requirements, Water supply.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville had?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville find?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on November 5, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville 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 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville been fined?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Jacksonville operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Willard's BBQ Junction (2015-2016).

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