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TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE in SEFFNER has 4 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 4.0/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Golden Triangle Place
Tampa, Florida, 33607
Hillsborough County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★★☆ (4.0/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/20/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10870320

  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Third pans in dish area had wet nesting. Discussed proper air drying with manager Repeat Violation
  • 01B-16-5:Intermediate - Observed 2 cracked buckets and bucket lids of Açaí of food exposing the contents to contamination. See stop sale. Buckets were stored along other useable food items in walk in freezer. Manager segregated buckets and labeled for return **Corrective Action Taken**

Inspection Date: 11/19/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10722237

  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board has numerous cut marks in dish area Brown cutting board as well ion prep line
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on third pans in dish area
  • 25-22-4:Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed paper to go bags stored under paper towel dispenser on prep line
  • 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Discussed either elevating buckets or double bucketing
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of sugar not labeled
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently 4 employees on site
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Currently 2 new hires working and did not sign health policy

Inspection Date: 9/25/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8452895

  • 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 7/24/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8344385

  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning