Tropical Smoothie Cafe
39-11 QUEENS BOULEVARD, Queens, 11104
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 21, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, 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.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 11 rodent inspections on record, 3 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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