Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland
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4270 Us Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Part of: Tropical Smoothie Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland has been inspected 16 times with 53 total violations on record, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection—below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. Consumer advisory violations appeared across multiple inspections between 2023 and 2024, suggesting recurring issues with allergen disclosure or warning practices. Chemical storage violations were cited in at least three inspections. The most recent complaint-based inspection on August 14, 2025 identified two basic food contact surface violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)
— 3 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland last inspected?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper sanitizing.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland had?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland has had 16 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland find?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland was most recently inspected on August 14, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lakeland 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 V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
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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.
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