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TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE in GAINESVILLE has 4 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 4.1/5. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

3345 SW 34TH ST STE 5

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★★☆ (4.1/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 10/2/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10942475

  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed : lack of a sign in the men,s restroom.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : the buckets used for ice are stored upside down on the ground in the kitchen.

Inspection Date: 10/25/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8788459

  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed: all visible licenses are expired. The current license was emailed and posted. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-04-5:Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed: clear food pan lids in a white bus tub that is visibly soiled, on the rack next to the office.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: a lid in the clean lids bus tub, with removable food debris on the underside.

Inspection Date: 10/20/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8479446

  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed: lack of proof of any training by an approved provider. Training books by SafeStaff are on hand. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: No change, books are still on the shelf. Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 8/21/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8383816

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed: ice build up in the walk-in freezer, floor, shelf. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-39-4:Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed: wrapped apples on the prep line, with a product sticker attached. Repeat Violation
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the unused ice machine is soiled in the bin.
  • 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. Observed: lack of proof of any training by an approved provider. Training books by SafeStaff are on hand. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint