Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie

Last inspected:

6632 S Federal Hwy, Port St Lucie, FL 34952

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St. Lucie has averaged 6.1 violations per inspection across 22 inspections, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2, with no emergency closures on record. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $520 in fines. Employee health reporting violations have been cited repeatedly, appearing in 4 of the last 6 inspections between September and October 2024, including high-priority findings in three consecutive inspections from October 21 through September 18, 2025. Food contact surface violations and food condition issues have also appeared across multiple recent inspections. A fire safety violation involving a blocked marked exit was documented on July 13, 2021. The most recent inspection on September 22, 2025 found one basic violation and was completed with callback compliance achieved.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
135Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$520in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages

This Facility 6.1 violations / inspection 6.1 violations per inspection
St. Lucie County Avg 5.07 violations / inspection 5.07 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
St. Lucie County Avg 0.17 closures / facility 0.17 county average

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $520.00

Disciplinary action history for Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2025001569 $200.00 Oct 25, 2024 Miami (Doral)
4--2021053566 $160.00 Sep 13, 2021 Miami (Doral)
4--2018055499 $160.00 Sep 4, 2018 Fort Lauderdale

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections28 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections33 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie last inspected?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 22, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie?
The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie had?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie find?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected on September 22, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie ever been shut down?
No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $520.00 in fines.
How much has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie been fined?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Port St Lucie has been fined a total of $520.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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