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Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-60

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-60
1520 S Babcock St
Suite A
Melbourne, FL 32901
(321)952-5575

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No (0) Emergency Closure Orders Since October 2008
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3 Food Service Inspections Since July 1, 2011
Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 4542653
Inspection Date: Tuesday, April 03, 2012
Inspection Number: 2113343
Visit Number: 2
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Call Back - Complied - Return visit from a previous warning found violations to be corrected.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 0
Total Number of Violations: 0

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 4368252
Inspection Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Inspection Number: 2113343
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Warning Issued - Sanitary and/or safety conditions require the inspector to return in the near future to ensure corrective action has been taken for violations found.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 5
Number of Noncritical Violations: 6
Total Number of Violations: 11
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
17-07-1 Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Quaternary
21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
22-13-1 Critical. Heavy build up of grime inside prep sink.
22-19-1 Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation.
22-24-1 Critical. Observed HEAVY buildup of slime on soda dispensing and tea nozzles.
22-28-1 Critical. Observed interior of reach-in coolers moderatly soiled with accumulation of food residue.
23-05-1 Observed moderate to heavy residue build-up on exterior surfaces of icemachine and cook line equipment
23-05-1 Observed heavy residue build-up inside handsinks
23-06-1 Observed heavy build-up of grime on smoothie shaker and bottom of blenders.
36-13-1 Observed grime accumulated under cooking equipment.

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 4368253
Inspection Date: Thursday, August 25, 2011
Inspection Number: 2113344
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 1
Number of Noncritical Violations: 10
Total Number of Violations: 11
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-37-1 Observed cutting board moderatly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Recommend resurface. Operator ordered new ones but they have to be cut to fit. Repeat Violation.
14-53-1 Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-53-1 Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed rust build up on blade. Prep table in kitchen
15-31-1 Observed torn curtain in walkin cooler
22-19-1 Critical. Observed interior of microwave moderatly soiled.
23-04-1 Observed moderate build-up of mold-like substance on surface of RIC doorsof misc cooler
23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or on shelves on cook line
24-09-1 Observed clean lids stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
25-06-1 Observed suffle cups stored without protection from contamination. Corrected On Site.
36-15-1 Observed moderate grime accumulated on floor along walkin cooler and freezer.
37-05-1 Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris in prep area. Repeat Violation.

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3 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 4234738
Inspection Date: Thursday, April 28, 2011
Inspection Number: 2044039
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 4
Number of Noncritical Violations: 5
Total Number of Violations: 9
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. New boards on order. Corrected On Site.
22-11-1 Critical. Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous food not cleaned at least every four hours. Blenders Corrected On Site.
22-22-1 Critical. Observed light encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
22-24-1 Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. Corrected On Site.
23-04-1 Observed heavy build-up of mold-like substance on exterior bottom surface of blenders
23-06-1 Observed moderate build-up of food debris on exterior surface of RIC doors and oven handle
32-16-1 Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Front line Corrected On Site.
36-15-1 Observed heavy food debris accumulated on kitchen floo under equipment.
37-05-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Smoothie area

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 4046616
Inspection Date: Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Inspection Number: 2020410
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 7
Total Number of Violations: 7
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-37-1 Observed ALL cutting boards on cook line badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
15-32-1 Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Repeat Violation.
23-06-1 Observed moderate build-up of food debris cook line RIC gaskets
23-07-1 Observed drain tubes for icemachine with heavy slime/mold-like build-up.
25-02-1 Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Knives. Corrected On Site.
42-03-1 Wet mops not hung to dry.
51-18-1 No copy of latest inspection report. Corrected On Site.

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 4046617
Inspection Date: Thursday, August 05, 2010
Inspection Number: 2020411
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 2
Number of Noncritical Violations: 5
Total Number of Violations: 7
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-27-1 Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Date on filters are 08.
14-29-1 Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. For washing
15-32-1 Observed RIC gasket badly torn/in disrepair.
22-22-1 Critical. Observed moderate encrusted material on can opener. Prep table in kitchen. Repeat Violation.
22-28-1 Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Cook line sandwich make cooler
23-07-1 Observed gaskets with moderate slimy/mold-like build-up. Fruit RIC
37-02-1 Observed 2 small holes in wall above 3 bay sink.

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2 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 3709866
Inspection Date: Monday, March 15, 2010
Inspection Number: 1909151
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 2
Number of Noncritical Violations: 4
Total Number of Violations: 6
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-37-1 Observed cutting board badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. 3 cold well RIC. Has resurfaced all other cutting boards. The one mentioned is on order. Repeat Violation.
15-35-1 Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden shelf at smootie station
22-22-1 Critical. Observed moderate encrusted material on can opener.
32-17-1 Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. By walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
36-15-1 Observed moderate accumulated food debree walkin cooler floor.
37-11-1 Observed exhaust fans in public restrooms heavily soiled with accumulated dust.

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 3709867
Inspection Date: Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Inspection Number: 1909152
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 3
Number of Noncritical Violations: 2
Total Number of Violations: 5
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Cold well and prep. Repeat Violation.
22-26-1 Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walkin cooler.
28-02-1 Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. 3rd cold well
28-02-1 Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Causing an ice build up on the walkin frezzer floor.
37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles in kitchen above 3rd cooler

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3 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009
Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 3588409
Inspection Date: Monday, June 15, 2009
Inspection Number: 1829063
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 5
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 8
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
12A-12-1 Critical. Observed employeeappling gloves and not washing hands prior.
14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding torn on well 1 middle door
14-37-1 Observed cutting board badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
22-17-1 Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. All on cook line
22-20-1 Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine shoot.
22-22-1 Critical. Observed encrusted material on can openers.
22-28-1 Critical. Observed interior of cookie display case soiled with accumulation of food residue.
25-05-1 Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic knives.

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 3946713
Inspection Visit ID: 3481306
Inspection Date: Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Inspection Number: 1811224
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 1
Total Number of Violations: 1
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
36-15-1 Observed ice build up on the walkin cooler floor.

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE & DELI
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 2473483
Inspection Visit ID: 3211163
Inspection Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Inspection Number: 1686658
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 0
Number of Noncritical Violations: 2
Total Number of Violations: 2
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. All gaskets on the cook line
14-53-1 Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed rust build up.

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3 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008
Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE & DELI
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 2473483
Inspection Visit ID: 3137944
Inspection Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Inspection Number: 1639320
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 1
Number of Noncritical Violations: 1
Total Number of Violations: 2
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
25-06-1 Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Coffee stirs in the dining room. Repeat Violation.
31-09-1 Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By the walkin freezer

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE & DELI
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 2473483
Inspection Visit ID: 2839905
Inspection Date: Monday, January 07, 2008
Inspection Number: 1538775
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 1
Number of Noncritical Violations: 3
Total Number of Violations: 4
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14-27-1 Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. For icemachine date states 08/06 and 08/05
14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Finishing RIC
22-17-1 Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Located at press station
25-06-1 Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Coffee stirs in dining room

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE & DELI
License Number: 1505642
License ID: 2473483
Inspection Visit ID: 2839906
Inspection Date: Thursday, July 05, 2007
Inspection Number: 1538776
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 1
Number of Noncritical Violations: 2
Total Number of Violations: 3
Details
ViolationObservations of Inspector [as written on inspection]
14 Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
22 Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
25 Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed

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2 Food Service Inspections for July 1, 2006 - June 30, 2007
Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE & DELI
License Number: 1505642
Inspection Date: Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Inspection Number: 1498873
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 3
Number of Noncritical Violations: 5
Total Number of Violations: 8
Details
1 risk violation of code 09 which requires:
  • “Foods handled with minimum contact.”
2 violations of code 10 which requires:
  • “In use food dispensing utensils properly stored”
1 violation of code 13 which requires:
  • “Clean clothes, hair restraints”
1 violation of code 25 which requires:
  • “Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed”
1 critical violation of code 50 which requires:
  • “Current license, properly displayed.”
1 violation of code 51 which requires:
  • “Other conditions sanitary and safe operation”
1 risk violation of code 53 which requires:
  • “53a - Food management certification valid.”
  • “53b - Employee training verification.”

Inspection For: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE & DELI
License Number: 1505642
Inspection Date: Monday, September 18, 2006
Inspection Number: 1498875
Visit Number: 1
Inspection Class: Food
Inspection Type: Routine - Food
Inspection Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action - Sanitary and safety conditions did not warrant a follow-up visit to ensure correction. Establishment will be inspected again at the next routine interval.
Number of Critical/Risk Violations: 4
Number of Noncritical Violations: 4
Total Number of Violations: 8
Details
1 risk violation of code 01 which requires:
  • “01a - Food obtained from approved source.”
  • “01b - Wholesome, sound condition.”
1 risk violation of code 03 which requires:
  • “03a - Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport and cold holding.”
  • “03b - Hot food at proper temperature.”
  • “03c - Foods properly cooked/reheated.”
  • “03d - Foods properly cooled.”
1 violation of code 10 which requires:
  • “In use food dispensing utensils properly stored”
2 violations of code 14 which requires:
  • “Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located”
2 violations of code 22 which requires:
  • “Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized.”
1 violation of code 37 which requires:
  • “Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean”

NoticeEach inspection report is a “snapshot” of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-60, Melbourne may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-60, Melbourne.

A summary of violations found during inspections are listed in the Food Service Inspection boxes above. Cited are violations of Florida's sanitation and safety laws, which are based on the standards of U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Food Code.

In general, critical violations are those that, if not corrected, are more likely to contribute directly to food contamination, illness or environmental damage. Although the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) use the industry-standard term "critical", varying degrees of severity and potential risk to the public require inspectors to assess each situation in determining the appropriate action. In addition, while Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fl-60, Melbourne may have multiple violations, the inspectors' training and judgment formulate the overall result of the inspection to ensure the public health and safety.

Noncritical violations do not directly relate to foodborne illness risk, but are preventive measures that include practices and procedures which effectively control environmental conditions. Left uncorrected, noncritical violations can undermine the overall food safety program of an establishment and lead to the development of critical violations.

While most establishments correct all violations in a timely manner (often during the inspection), the division's procedures are designed to compel compliance with all violations through follow-up visits, administration action or closure when necessary.

Violations listed refer to the revelant section of Florida regulation that has been observed to be deficient during the inspection. Each establishment must comply with the language of the inspection statement. For purposes of enforcement and compliance, the DBPR recognizes the status as printed on the inspection form, although the severity of the violation observed may warrant additional action regardless of its "critical/noncritical" designation.


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