Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill

Last inspected:

5409 N University Dr, Lauderhill, FL 33351

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2016, consistent with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. However, high-priority violations have been persistent: shell stock requirements, food contact surfaces, and parasite destruction were cited repeatedly across inspections in 2024 and 2025. The most recent inspection on October 9, 2025 documented 10 violations and resulted in an admin complaint recommendation, escalating the enforcement posture. A single disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines has been issued. The facility's inspection record shows no further action dispositions interspersed with warning and callback dispositions, indicating inconsistent compliance patterns despite the opportunity to correct violations between inspections.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
123Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 5.3 violations / inspection 5.3 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

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

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2019045524 $200.00 Aug 12, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections22 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 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
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill last inspected?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 9, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill?
The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill are: Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill had?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill has had 23 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 in Lauderhill find?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill was most recently inspected on October 9, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill ever been shut down?
No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
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.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill been fined?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lauderhill has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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