Tropical Smoothie Cafe

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed sanitizer water temperature. Discussed protein powder and other food supplements. Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS(Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter athttps://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cleaning frequency of cutting boards, and sandwich utensils. Items shall be cleaned at least every 4 hours at three compartment sink. .Predefined Comment: Any substance(s) added to food must be GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and/or used consistent with all legal requirements. The permit holder is responsible for ensuring that their menu items comply. Education was provided on the addition of food additives and dietary supplements during the inspection. For additional information, please refer to the ADHS Kava and Other Dietary Supplement Products Letter at https://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/food-safety-environmental-services/index.php.

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager.Please ensure that a person with a certified food protection manager certification is present during normal business hours.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed report to person in charge (PIC).On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Kesha'e C.

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerEmailed report to person in charge (PIC).On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Keshale C.

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed report to PIC. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerThe Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: Miguel C.

Final inspection conducted with Madison O. Construction completed and approved.Inspection report emailed to Tre B.Please address the following prior to routine inspection:1. Have the RPZ backflow tested by certified backflow specialist and provide the report.2. Brace the rigid drain line so it maintains 1-inch air gap with the floor sink for ice machine.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.No county legal action will result from the inspection. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.

Construction inspection conducted with GC via electronic means. At the time of this inspection, this project was about 95% complete.Inspection report emailed to Ty M. Walk-in freezer is now operational, and RPZ backflow test was submitted.Establishment will continue to repair items from the equipment inspection report.Establishment OK to stock and train.Please continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections.Please call (602) 506-6824 for a final inspection at 100% completion of project or if an additional onsite walkthroughis needed.Please also ensure you have read your Responsibilities to Qualify for a Permit document and are in compliance with all requirements before final inspection.A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified foodmanager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approvedfood handler certificates.No county legal action will result from the inspection.

Equipment inspection conducted with GC. At the time of this inspection, this project was about 90% complete.Inspection report emailed to Ty M.Please address the following prior to next inspection:1. Provide a separate drain line for the front counter hand sink (currently shares drain with dump sink).2. Have the RPZ backflow tested by certified backflow specialist and provide the report.3. Provide rigid drain line for the water filter relief drain. Brace the rigid drain line so it maintains 1-inch air gap with the floor sink.4. Replace the aerators for the hand sink closest to 3-comp sink and right faucet on 3-comp sink.5. Ensure walk-in freezer is on and holding TCS food items at proper temperature.6. Provide cleanout covers where missing (3-comp, dry storage).7. Replace the metal tie used on the drain line for front counter water filter. Please use metallic bracing or uni-strut instead.8. Provide missing cove base by 3-comp floor sink.9. Replace the walk-in cooler lightbulb with daylight LED (10-FC minimum).10. Seal all gaps, cracks, and penetrations (electrical and plumbing).11. Provide smooth surface for the wall area between walk-in freezer and cabinet looking area. 12. Provide walk-in cooler plug (next to entrance – left side).13. Ensure all construction has ceased and areas have been cleaned.Please continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. Please call (602) 506-6824 for a final inspection at 100% completion of project or if an additional onsite walk-through is needed. Please also ensure you have read your Responsibilities to Qualify for a Permit document and are in compliance with all requirements before final inspection. A certified food manager is required at time of approval. If not already obtained, please obtain your certified food manager certificate from an ANSI approved testing company. All other food handlers must obtain ANSI approved food handler certificates. No county legal action will result from the inspection.