Smoothie King in Tampa

Last inspected:

3694 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611

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

Overview

Smoothie King 1159 in Tampa has been inspected twice on record. A focused inspection on May 27, 2025 found no violations. A sanitation inspection on October 9, 2025 documented 9 violations, including a priority violation for improper chemical storage in the back room area — a spray bottle of all-purpose cleaner was found on top of an ice maker. The establishment corrected this violation on site by relocating the chemical to proper storage. Additional violations included the absence of written procedures for responding to vomiting or diarrheal events and a blockage at the handwashing sink in the food service area that prevented employee access; the blockage was cleared during the inspection. The most recent inspection result was Focused Inspection with violations cited.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
9Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Smoothie King in Tampa: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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.

— 2 inspections
— 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. Guidance for Written Procedures Responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events, Norovirus Cleanup Procedures, Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written procedures for responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Information regarding written procedures provided to the person in charge.
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PPRepeat
Back Room Area: Spray bottle of all purpose chemical cleaner held on top if ice maker. COS: Chemical relocated to proper storage away from foods, utensils, equipment, and single-service items. Repeat COS x Y o x
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: Blockage at handwashing sink. COS: Handwashing sink made accessible.

Good Retail Practice Violations

2-303.11 Food employee wearing jewelry, other than a plain ring such as a wedding band, on their arm or hand while preparing food. 2-303.11Repeat
Food Service Area: Food employee with bracelet on wrist.
4-101.19 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that requires frequent cleaning not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. 4-101.19
Back Room Area: Duct tape on handles of bulk food powder bins.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Food Service Area: Uncovered floor drain under prep sink.
6-501.18 Plumbing fixtures including but not limited to handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 6-501.18
Food Service Area: Heavily soiled floor drain under 3-compartment sink.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Food Service Area: Litter on floor under blender counter. Back Room Area: Soiled floor tiles near ice maker.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back Room Area: Holes in ceiling tiles where pipes lead up into ceiling near ice maker and near back wall shelving.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: PATRICIA DIAZ, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request # 5132663 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Smoothie King in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smoothie King in Tampa last inspected?
Smoothie King 1159 in Tampa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 9, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Smoothie King in Tampa had?
Smoothie King 1159 in Tampa has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Smoothie King in Tampa find?
Smoothie King 1159 in Tampa was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 9, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Smoothie King in Tampa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Smoothie King 1159 in Tampa has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Smoothie King in Tampa?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Smoothie King 1159 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; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 7-201.11: Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 P.

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