Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland

Last inspected:

225 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe FL 37 in Lakeland has accumulated 85 violations across 16 inspections since 2020, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in most inspection periods, including employee health policy violations (appearing in at least 3 inspections), handwashing and hand-washing procedure failures (cited in multiple inspections), time-temperature control issues, and proper cooking temperature violations. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Most recent inspection on December 29, 2025 was a complaint-based full inspection that identified 12 violations (1 high, 2 intermediate, 5 basic) and resulted in an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

16Inspections
85Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 5.3 violations / inspection 5.3 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 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 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland last inspected?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland?
The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland had?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland has had 16 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland find?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on December 29, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland ever been shut down?
No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl 37 in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
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 V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.

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