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: Proper cooking temps, Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing.

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

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St Petersburg has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above 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 September 10, 2025 with 6 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 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 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.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St Petersburg

Last inspected: September 10, 2025

1101 34 St N Ste a, St Petersburg, FL 33713

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Tsc 34th Street LLC
DBPR License: SEA6218326

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St. Petersburg has been inspected 6 times since February 2022, accumulating 33 violations—more than six times the statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. High-priority violations have been recurring: proper hand and arm washing was cited in at least 4 inspections, management awareness in 3 inspections, and proper cooking temperatures in 4 inspections. A complaint-based inspection on January 19, 2023 documented 11 violations and resulted in a Warning Issued disposition. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent routine inspection on September 10, 2025 documented 10 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

6Inspections

33Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: September 10, 2025

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

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 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 (6)

2025 — 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority

Sep 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2024 — 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority

Oct 24, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Jan 5, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

2023 — 2 inspections15 violations · 14 high priority

Mar 29, 2023 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jan 19, 2023 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2022 — 1 inspection0 violations

Feb 16, 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 September 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: Proper cooking temps, Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St Petersburg had?: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in St Petersburg has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above 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 September 10, 2025 with 6 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 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 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.