How many health inspections has TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE had?

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has had 13 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE ever been shut down?

No, TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE are: Consumer advisory, Proper cooking temps, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

3682 N WICKHAM RD STE E, Melbourne, FL 32934

Brevard County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SCHRAIER INVESTMENTS 208 LLC · License: SEA1506499

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE in Melbourne, FL has 13 inspections on record with 69 total violations (5.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

13Inspections

69Violations

0Closures

Data current as of May 20, 2025

Inspection History (13)

May 20, 2025 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 22, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 16, 2022 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Sep 6, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jan 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jun 1, 2021 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 14, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 21, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Sep 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 31, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Brevard County average of 0.13 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.53.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE had?: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has had 13 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE ever been shut down?: No, TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE?: The most frequently cited violations at TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE are: Consumer advisory, Proper cooking temps, Food contact surfaces.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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Last verified: May 20, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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