Planet Smoothie in Tampa

2117 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33629

Overview

Planet Smoothie in Tampa has a record of 3 FDACS inspections spanning from October 2022 to October 2025. The facility's most recent inspection on October 8, 2025 documented 9 violations, all of which were corrected on site during the inspection. The violations centered on sanitizer test strip availability, handwashing sink accessibility, and soap dispenser functionality in the warewashing and food service areas. All cited issues—including the addition of quaternary ammonium test strips, removal of obstructions from the handwashing sink, and replacement of batteries in the automatic soap dispenser—were remedied before the inspector left. Prior inspections on October 17, 2022 and September 2, 2023 (an emergency response assessment for Hurricane Idalia) resulted in no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
9Violations

Last inspected FDACS: October 8, 2025

Planet Smoothie in Tampa: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 9 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Food Service Area: Handwashing sink blocked by bucket. COS: Handwashing sink made accessible.
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Warewashing Area: Automatic soap dispenser out of batteries and not dispensing soap at handwashing sink. COS: Batteries added to automatic soap dispenser to provide soap.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Establishment does not have a Certified Food Protection Manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11Repeat
Food Service Area: Food employee without hair restraint.
3-304.12(B) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil stored in food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3-304.12(B)
Back Room Area: Handles of scoops held in bulk granola and sugar containers submerged in food products.
4-903.11(A) Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Back Room Area: Utensils stored as clean in soiled containers on shelf.
4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf
Warewashing Area: Establishment does not have quaternary ammonium sanitizer test strips. Establishment has chlorine sanitizer test strips but uses quaternary ammonium sanitizer. COS: Quaternary ammonium sanitizer test strips obtained during inspection.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Warewashing Area: Uncovered floor drains under 3-compartment sink, under prep sink, and at mop sink. Food Service Area: Uncovered floor drain under ice cream freezer.
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
2025 Food Permit not displayed. Permit was verified to be active.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: ARACELI HARVIE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Offsite focused visit to conduct emergency response assessment for Hurricane Idalia.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: JAMES CARROLL

Comments: All requests for a new food permit submitted January 1 through June 30, shall be assessed a permit fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and Rule 5K-4. All requests for a new food permit submitted July 1 through December 31, shall be assessed permit fees of fifty percent (50%) of the applicable fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and Rule 5K-4. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Planet Smoothie in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Planet Smoothie in Tampa last inspected?
Planet Smoothie in Tampa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 8, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Planet Smoothie in Tampa had?
Planet Smoothie in Tampa has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Planet Smoothie in Tampa find?
Planet Smoothie in Tampa was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 8, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Planet Smoothie in Tampa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Planet Smoothie in Tampa has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Planet Smoothie in Tampa?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Planet Smoothie in Tampa are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 2-402.11: Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11.

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