How many health inspections has TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE had?

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has had 19 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: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

314 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie, FL 34984

St. Lucie County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SCHRAIER HOSPITALITY 61 LLC · License: SEA6602676

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE in Port St Lucie, FL has 19 inspections on record with 130 total violations (6.8 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

19Inspections

130Violations

0Closures

Data current as of June 6, 2025

Inspection History (19)

Jun 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sep 16, 2024 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Jul 17, 2024 — Complaint Full· 14 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 3, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 23, 2023 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 14, 2021 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Jan 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Oct 2, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Mar 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

Apr 27, 2018 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Apr 24, 2018 — Complaint Full· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Dec 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

May 9, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 14, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 12, 2016 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the St. Lucie County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.27.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE had?: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE has had 19 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: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, 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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