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Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads · 1650 Richmond Avenue · Staten Island 10314

A Grade A posted 2026-01-05 (score 12)

Inspection history

2026-01-05 · Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection · Violations were cited · score 12 A

CodeDescriptionCritical
09CDesign, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.—
10FNon-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.—
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.—

2026-01-05 · Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited

CodeDescriptionCritical
28-01Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.—

2025-06-13 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 23

CodeDescriptionCritical
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.Critical
06CFood, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.Critical
10BAnti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.—
10FNon-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.—

2025-06-13 · Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited

CodeDescriptionCritical
20-04“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.—

2023-12-29 · Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection · Violations were cited · score 5 A

CodeDescriptionCritical
06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.Critical

2023-06-22 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 20

CodeDescriptionCritical
02GCold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.Critical
08BGarbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.—
10BAnti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.—
10FNon-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.—

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1 food-poisoning report to 311 at this address in the last three years (0 with three or more people sick), shared by 10 restaurants
9 Food Establishment complaints to 311 at this address in the last three years (most often: Rodents/Insects/Garbage, Bare Hands in Contact w/ Food, Food Contaminated), shared by 10 restaurants · complaints filed by the public; DOHMH investigates, outcomes aren't published.

Other restaurants at this address: A & S Caterers-Grill, A&S Caterers, Avanti's Pizza, Bubbakoo's Burritos, Dunkin, Jimmy's Richmond Avenue INC., Red Ginger, Sapporo Sushi, Subway.

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Report to 311: Food poisoning · Food safety complaint

1650 Richmond Avenue

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