What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg?

The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg are: Food in good condition, Adequate lighting, Premises clean.

How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg had?

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg find?

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on October 10, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?

No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.

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.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg

Last inspected: October 10, 2025

4621 34 St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: One 8 Development LLC
DBPR License: SEA6218240

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg has 5 inspections on record between May 2022 and October 2025, documenting 21 total violations. The facility averaged 4.2 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included employee health policy (June 2023), approved food source (March 2025), food contact surface issues (June 2023 and October 2025), and consumer advisory failures (March and October 2025). The most recent routine inspection on October 10, 2025 documented 14 violations including 2 high-priority findings related to food condition and consumer advisory, but was completed with no further action required. An administrative complaint was recommended following the June 28, 2023 inspection after an employee health policy violation and food contact surface issue were identified. No emergency closures are on record.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

5Inspections

21Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: October 10, 2025

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 4.2 violations / inspection 4.2 violations per inspection

Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (5)

2025 — 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority

Oct 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

2023 — 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority

Dec 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jun 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

2022 — 1 inspection0 violations

May 11, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg last inspected?: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg?: The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg are: Food in good condition, Adequate lighting, Premises clean.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg had?: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg find?: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on October 10, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?: No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?: Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?: Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
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.