Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando
Last inspected:
4960 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803Part of: Tropical Smoothie Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando has been inspected 21 times since 2022, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection — slightly below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has accumulated 94 total violations with no emergency closures. Disciplinary actions totaling $320 in fines were issued against the facility. High-priority violations have included improper hand and arm washing (cited in multiple inspections), food contact surface violations, chemical storage issues, and employee health policy failures. Fire safety violations for locked exit doors were documented in 2018. The most recent inspection on March 20, 2026 identified 8 violations including hand washing, food contact surface, and toxic substance control issues, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022004593 | $160.00 | Nov 17, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019005379 | $160.00 | Nov 27, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Warning Issued
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections16 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando last inspected?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando are: Outer openings protected, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando had?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando find?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 20, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando been fined?
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Orlando has been fined a total of $320.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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