Tropical Smoothie Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads · 8719th Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
September 19, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 3
Tropical Smoothie Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 19, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Cold 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.
Non-Critical
- Non-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.
Latest Inspection Details
September 19, 2025
- Date
- September 19, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Sep 19, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tropical Smoothie Cafe's most recent graded inspection in September 2025 was a A, after a B in December 2024.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tropical Smoothie Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Tropical Smoothie Cafe last inspected?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe was last inspected on September 19, 2025.
What was Tropical Smoothie Cafe's latest inspection score?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Tropical Smoothie Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Tropical Smoothie Cafe located?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is located at 8719th Avenue D in Brooklyn, NY 11236.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50146737
Last updated: July 3, 2026