Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala
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2505 Sw College Rd Ste 101, Ocala, FL 34471Part of: Tropical Smoothie Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tropical Smoothie Cafe FL-302 in Ocala has received 7 inspections since November 2022, documenting 25 violations with a pattern of recurring high-priority findings. Employee health reporting violations appeared in 3 of the 7 inspections (December 2023, November 2023, April 2023), and proper cooking temperature violations were cited in at least 2 inspections (July 2024, November 2023). The facility averaged 3.6 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included shell stock requirements, employee health reporting, management awareness, proper hand and arm washing, approved food source, and parasite destruction. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 documented 8 violations—including high-priority food contact surface and consumer advisory findings—and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (7)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala last inspected?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala are: Outer openings protected, Employee health reporting, Wiping cloths usage.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala had?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala has had 7 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala find?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-302 in Ocala 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 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 V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
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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).
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