TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

Name: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
Address: 2000 NW 87 AVE STE 2, DORAL, FL, 33172, US
Rating: 73.3

2000 NW 87 AVE STE 2, DORAL, FL 33172

License #2335209

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73.3 Grade C / 100

Mixed Health Record

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TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE in DORAL currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 73.3 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 4 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 30, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 27 total violations — 2 critical, 7 major, 18 minor.

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[25-06-4] Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at storage rack across from ice machine.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC Return above entrance of establishment bathrooms.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a couple of auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom shelf of prep table rusted.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep without hair restraint.
[11-26-1] No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed Daniel Gonzalez hired for less than 60 days and not proof of responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided person in charge with employee health agreement and coached it.

Warning Issued
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed both employees engaged in food serving/preparation without hair restraint.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table front counter area.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service lids stored on the floor at storage area.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[53A-02-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed Manager Angel Arce and not proof of food manager certificate.
[41-04-4] Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed several paint containers, caulking tube stored by storage rack and single service items on the back.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at 3 compartment sink faucet.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at hose reach-in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed fruit flies devices installed over food preparation table, staff removed light.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dining area over men bathroom entrance, also over walk-in cooler entrance area.
[53A-03-7] 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/ Observed Food Manager Certificate for Frank Pena expired 06/09/2025 and Samantha Pena expired 01/21/2025.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment license expired 10/01/2024.

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