Tropical Smoothie Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads · 1650 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
January 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 12
Tropical Smoothie Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 5, 2026 found 4 violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 4 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
- 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
January 5, 2026
- Date
- January 5, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 4 (0 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jan 5, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 29, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 22, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tropical Smoothie Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and December 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its December 2023 score of 5.
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: 12
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 January 5, 2026.
What was Tropical Smoothie Cafe's latest inspection score?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Tropical Smoothie Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Tropical Smoothie Cafe located?
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is located at 1650 Richmond Avenue in Staten Island, NY 10314.
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: 50051451
Last updated: June 26, 2026