Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart

Last inspected:

6134 S Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL 34997

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart has undergone 13 inspections since February 2020, documenting 42 total violations—an average of 3.2 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have included proper hand and arm washing, approved food sources, food contact surface sanitation, employee health policy compliance, and consumer advisory requirements. Food contact surface violations appeared across multiple inspections (2023, 2022, 2020), and approved food source violations were cited in at least five inspections spanning 2023 to 2020, suggesting recurring sourcing or verification issues. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone in the kitchen in February 2019. The most recent inspection on October 23, 2025 resulted in four basic violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

13Inspections
42Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart: Comparison to Martin County Averages

This Facility 3.2 violations / inspection 3.2 violations per inspection
Martin County Avg 3.63 violations / inspection 3.63 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Martin County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In kitchen.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart last inspected?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart?
The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart are: Approved food source, Toilet facilities, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart had?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart find?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart was most recently inspected on October 23, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart ever been shut down?
No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Stuart has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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