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TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE in FORT LAUDERDALE has 7 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 2.6/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

1851 Cordova Road
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Broward County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.6/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 9/22/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13526101

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink mold like substance on interior of ice machine, in kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed single door flip top cooler// basil pesto (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (48F - Cold Holding) at cook line. Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today; foods stored in cooler for approximately 2 hours. Operator put foods inside walk in freezer to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

Inspection Date: 7/21/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13466573

  • 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling tile missing. -Observed same. Time Extended. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-21: Observed same. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 7/19/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13465982

  • 36-36-4:Basic - Observed: Ceiling tile missing. -Observed same. Time Extended.
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed same. Operator unable to renew license online; operator received internal server error while attempting to renew through online portal on www.myfloridalicense.com. Not complied. Administrative Complaint. 10-08-5 Observed: Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -Complied
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Observed: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -Observed one live roach on paper towel dispenser above hand wash sink in kitchen. Observed one live roach on floor next to drain under hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator killed roaches during inspection. Not complied. Administrative Complaint.

Inspection Date: 7/18/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10957809

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of yellow/ green mold like substance inside ice machine, in kitchen.
  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing above walk in cooler.
  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach under prep sink at cook line.
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored on dry storage shelf in back area of kitchen.
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop stored inside ice bin at cook line, handle in contact in with ice. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of açaí bowls stored on floor, in kitchen, next to dry storage shelf.
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-01-2024. Admin Complaint
  • 22-43-4:High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) in kitchen. Per employee, no other sanitizer available at establishment at this time. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing.
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on wall, behind hand wash sign above kitchen hand wash sink.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed brush stored inside kitchen hand wash sink. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • 22-38-5:Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) in kitchen. Per employee, no other sanitizer available at establishment at this time.

Inspection Date: 8/26/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in front of walk in. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 32-05-4:Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed male restroom toilet clogged up and not functioning.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee at flip top cooler prepping food with bracelets and rings in fingers. Employee complied. Corrected On-Site
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at flip top table next to oven working with no hair restraint while prepping food.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing station next to triple sink. Operator provided. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at male restroom.

Inspection Date: 1/9/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8585788

  • 50-17-3:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed the same. Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 1/8/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8342083

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance inside ice machine, in kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Three door flip top cooler//diced chicken (44F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (48F - Cold Holding); egg yolk (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today. Foods stored in cooler for approximately 2 hours. Operator moved items to walk in cooler to quick chill. Ambient temperature of cooler reads 52F.
  • 35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. 1) Observed bug zapper installed above two door flip top cooler in kitchen. 2) Observed bug zapper installed above food prep area, next to dry storage shelf in kitchen.
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Three door flip top cooler//diced chicken (44F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (48F - Cold Holding); egg yolk (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today. Foods stored in cooler for approximately 2 hours. Operator moved items to walk in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on can opener blade, in kitchen.