TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE in WINTER HAVEN has 8 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 4.0/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
301 W CENTRAL AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★★☆ (4.0/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 10/2/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10935952
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning. Above prep table Repeat Violation
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cup holders on the floor in office, operator removed from the floor. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Michele Donohue 8/5/2020
Inspection Date: 2/19/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10763678
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 1/22/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10762891
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator displayed license. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead front counter 2 dead under 3 compartment sink 1 dead Ac air handler 7 total Operator cleaned and sanitized area. Corrected On-Site Admin Complaint
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning. In kitchen Repeat Violation Warning
- 38-01-4:Basic - No Light shield damaged Repeat Violation Repeat Violation Warning
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach at front counter near pos system cords Operator disposed of live roach and sanitize area. Corrected On-Site Admin Complaint
Inspection Date: 12/4/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10733179
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach by three compartment sink 2dead roach by mop sink 2 dead under ac 1 dead under cash register Total: 6 Operator cleaned and sanitized area. Corrected On-Site
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning.
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. No shield
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen
Inspection Date: 7/29/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8841402
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning above prep area.
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. The hand washing sink next to the entrance to the right. Operator turned on the hot water. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 10/4/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8515678
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 10/3/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8514466
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Bananas stored on the floor in the dining area. Operator removed bananas from the floor. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Lids by front counter on floor. Operator removed from the floor. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 35A-04-4:High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings found by the hand wash sink next to the exit door. Operated cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrective Action Taken** Admin Complaint
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon in the hand wash sink by the office. Repeat Violation Warning
Inspection Date: 7/27/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8289249