I don’t know why the reviews are so bad here, it’s a pretty dead business sometimes but other than that it’s a great study spot and the people there are so friendly! I got their buffalo chicken and Thai chicken wrap and it was so good. Along with their peanut paradise and triple berry oat smoothie. It was so creamy and delicious, really refreshing. I would like to thank Kendrick for being so nice! He really knows what customer service is and made our smoothies to perfection. I haven’t been here in awhile because of the bad past experience but I’m glad I gave it a try again!
Ian P.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Seminole, FL
Worst service experience. They literally forget orders like it’s their jobs. Happens so often, surprised management hasn’t dealt with it.
Veronica G.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Tampa, FL
Healthy, cool vibe. I’ve been drinking lots of smoothies lately and this has been an interestingly delicious ride. I’ve enjoyed smoothies with mangos and protein. The sugar content in a lot of smoothies are high.
Michelle T.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Gainesville, FL
This tropical smoothie location has been my go to for late night studying. Granted, it can get pretty loud with the students and running blenders but the place is very close to my apartment and always has yummy food. My favorite drink to get while studying is the mocha madness with energizer. I swear that this beverage will work better than any coffee you’ve ever had. The mocha madness itself does not have that much caffeine in it so make sure to also ask for energizer. The energizer is extra and I’m not 100% sure what exactly it is, but it never fails to wake me up at 3AM. Also, disregard the hours on this Unilocal.This location is open 24 hours. I’ve had friends who have studied here overnight. The workers also don’t seem to mind if you connect tables for studying sessions if the place isn’t too busy. They’re very nice and will at times bring your drink/food to your table for you.
Mike B.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 New York, NY
Don’t know about the ingredients, wishing it were organic, but always coming back to the only 24 hour smoothie option. Goji is amazing. Peanut chocolate whatever is like dessert. Cookies are OK. Hummus wrap is not bad! Staff is friendly.
Ally G.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Tarpon Springs, FL
Needed a pick-me-up after moving into my new apartment on my own. First day in Gainesville! Found this place next to my apartment complex. Although I was disappointed to discover even their green & superfood smoothies were made with sweetener or Turbinado, I asked for it plain, and received a deliciously drinkable large smoothie(almost a little too large!). They had a decent assortment of vegetarian options in terms of food, and although I only got a hummus wrap(which was satisfying w/rice and beans), you could substitute any of their chicken dishes with a meatless chicken alternative. Would definitely come back for a quick meal or a place to study since it’s so close, and want to try their Mediterranean bowl!
Stephanie W.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Gainesville, FL
I always love late night studying here, especially for their yummy smoothies and with midnight cookies right next door. I know some ppl complain that it is too noisy and social but I need noise to stay awake when I’m studying. Their new beet root smoothie is really yummy and healthy.
Ed W.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Gainesville, FL
Came in for a wrap and a smoothie. The wrap was great, and the smoothie was huge. It was very well done, much better than McDonalds, and cheaper too(for the smoothie). They have nice Wi-Fi and it is a great place to hang out, and study or catch up on your email and facebook. It is quiet, and I love the island paintings they have hanging around.
Michelle V.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Gainesville, FL
To be honest, this place it okay. Nothing special about their smoothies. They taste a little chalky to me for some reason, and the food takes forever most of the time. But, it is really awesome that it is open 24/7, so it is a nice place where students can get late night snacks or study at.
Ben A.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Gainesville, FL
I love Tropical Smoothie. I have been going to this place for the two years I have been in Gainesville. But, it is one of the many inconsistent restaurants in Gainesville. My smoothie is always good, except for today, but my wrap is not. It is either way to much or too little on everything. It is never hot enough. I did the restaurant biz for 8 years. I understand you get busy. That does not mean awful customer service is ok. This place sucks with customer service. I want to punch one guy in the face sometimes. I’m way to passive to go off on anyone really, but he has tested me in the past.
Madison E.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Columbia, SC
I like the smoothies, food isn’t the best. The overnight crew is the best!
Jacob O.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Gainesville, FL
Ever since the change in management, everything has been downhill. I was a regular customer for years and have never walked out from lack of service. Also, the store is closed on days that it’s been open for during the past 5 years of operation. Current management has destroyed the consistency of store hours and customer service. Sadly, I will not be returning to this smoothie store and will take my business to Jamba Juice and Planet Smoothie.
Joe U.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Gainesville, FL
Best smoothie place in town. I live right around the corner and eat here at least once every week. Pretty much everything is good and the prices will run you about the same as any other restaurant, but SMOOTHIE! The service is smooth and efficient(I’ve only had one time where it was under par). Free wifi. Open 24 hours. I will keep coming back here as long as the keep everything up.
Brad K.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Gainesville, FL
We’ve been visiting the oriental market next to this place for years. Recently my wife treated me to a smoothie. I was really surprised how big it is inside. Nice relaxing décor. Service was ok, nothing special. Prices are fairly good. $ 6 for a sandwich, no sides, just a sandwich. Smoothies are around $ 4 each but they are huge, enough for 2 possibly 3 for sure. All in all it was a nice visit. The food was tasty. Priced right we were out the door for $ 20, one mango smoothie, two sandwiches, and a kids quessadilla.
Rae L.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Mansfield, TX
I use to frequent this place In college. I returned to my alma mater city for a vacation and decided to stop here. Walked up to order and the gentleman at the register was short, impatient and rude. He corrected me, and kept shaking his head because I couldn’t decide and because I asked more then one question about the menu. After the second head shake, I left. Went to Planet smoothie down the road.(:
Books B.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Rosemont, IL
Not worth it. Especially in the case you are looking for something healthy. We juice at home everyday and know that natural juices and smoothies need no additional sugar, but in the case of Tropical Smoothie Café, sugar is a standard ingredient. I would suggest asking for the sugar to be removed if you are going to venture in for a taste. The sugar basically makes the smoothie a dessert. Best part of our experience was the ridiculous response from the young man who showed up late for work and treated us like idiots because we inquired about an unnecessary ingredient. Cheers to the slacker with zero customer service skills who just guaranteed that our dollars will never go to support this chain of stores ever again. Good luck.
Scott T.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Germantown, TN
First visit! Tyhe salads were okay and the RB sandwich was good. I was surprised at the number of people who cam in … The place was a bit loud as the Smoothie machine was very loud and a bit annoying. But overall the place was OKAY!
Caleb L.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Washington, DC
This place is so tropical, I love it!!! We come here and get smoothies all the time. The workers are really nice but they don’t have enough staff on hand to handle huge numbers of people. They have free wifi and have delicious sandwiches!
Michael K.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Miami, FL
Loved the peanut butter/whey smoothies. What got me hooked to this place was the scratch off promos they would give out and more often than not, I would get free smoothies or wraps. Delicious and healthy when trying to studying for exams. I always see those few in groups tying to study and I recommend this place when trying to get a post/pre workout meal. You get the protein, vitamins, carbs, and organic nutrients you need to satisfy any diet. Will come back when I visit.
Gloria S.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Naples, FL
I was excited to see there was one here. Excitement turned to disappointment. Ordered Spinach salad with Beyond Meat, fake chicken. Several pieces were hard as a rock, microwaved. I highly doubt that is how they are to be cooked, or at least let them thaw first. The café is a good size, lots of seating, free wifi, open 24/7, and it looked like it the way it needed renovation.(see picture of the booth seat, there is actually a hole the size of a golf ball) Booths were worn so bad it is hard to sit on it with shorts on without scratching your legs. Some tables had tape over the edges to keep them from falling apart. The staff was friendly. There is no club to join for any specials. When I asked about a text club, like the other stores, she said she did not know but would get the text number for me. She never did. Not sure if I would return. Left with my tail hanging down between my legs, sad.