What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park?

The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park are: Allergen awareness, Food contact surfaces, Parasite destruction.

How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park had?

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park find?

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park was most recently inspected on October 13, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park ever been shut down?

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

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park

Last inspected: October 13, 2025

8477 Cooper Creek Blvd, University Park, FL 34201

Manatee County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Tsc University Park LLC
DBPR License: SEA5105836

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

Overview

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park has been inspected 11 times between July 2020 and October 2025, with 16 total violations and no emergency closures. The facility has averaged 1.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. A complaint inspection in August 2022 documented 4 violations including high-priority findings for employee health policy, food contact surfaces, and toxic substance control; an August 2021 routine inspection cited 5 violations including shell stock requirements and parasite destruction. The most recent inspection on October 13, 2025 was completed with no violations and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

11Inspections

16Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: October 13, 2025

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park: Comparison to Manatee County Averages

This Facility 1.5 violations / inspection 1.5 violations per inspection

Manatee County Avg 4.78 violations / inspection 4.78 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Manatee County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)

2025 — 1 inspection0 violations

Oct 13, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority

Nov 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Jan 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection1 violations

Mar 3, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

2022 — 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority

Aug 16, 2022 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 29, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2021 — 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority

Aug 25, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

2020 — 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority

Jul 9, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

2019 — 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority

Sep 10, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 10, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

May 8, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park last inspected?: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 13, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park?: The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park are: Allergen awareness, Food contact surfaces, Parasite destruction.
How many health inspections has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park had?: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park find?: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park was most recently inspected on October 13, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park ever been shut down?: No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in University Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.