Tropical Smoothie Cafe — Restaurant in Cleveland

I went caffeine free over the past three months and traded the daily coffee routine for a daily smoothie. If you hit Tropical Smoothie before 10am, you can get a nutritional smoothie for about $5 including a tip which is $2-4 less than your average cup of speciality coffee.

There are two smoothies I would recommend if you’re looking for the best bang for buck in terms of nutrition. The Detox Island Green has virtually no sugar in it, but is full of fruits and greens. The one I go for is the Chia Banana Boost with no added turbinado. We’re supposed to have about 40 grams of fiber every day in our diets which is hard to obtain, but the Chia Banana Boost has around 15 grams in it by itself.

The trick is, pick a healthy smoothie because most of them are loaded with added sugar and added sugar isn’t a terrible thing if it’s accompanied by fiber as it slows down the metabolism of the sugar when paired together—yet, most of the smoothies do not have the fiber content of the Chia Banana Boost.

Outside of my free dietary lesson—the girls that work the morning shift are always friendly, prompt and on their game. At this point they remember my name, face and order and that proves to me they are paying attention. I’ve come to value this lifestyle change and bargain deal on what is effectively a full meal supplement.

By the way, caffeine is...

The 1st time I visited a Tropical Smoothie Cafe was out of town and it was such a pleasant experience. When I found out there was a location in Cleveland I was super excited and couldn't wait to get another Avocolada. I visited this location maybe twice and neither times it was the experience I had hoped for. The environment made me feel uncomfortable, as soon as I walked in I just felt out of place and the not so friendly staff didn't make my experience any better. It felt as if I was getting bare minimum service. I didn't bother to sit down and enjoy my smoothie, I honestly just wanted to get out of there. I haven't been back in quite some time and after seeing such negative reviews on Yelp I don't plan to. It's so upsetting to hear the truth about an establishment. I'm typically a very forgiving person but this is something that is unacceptable. The right actions need to be taken to seriously improve this location. No doubt that change is needed. Hoping for a miracle to save this place but for now I will not be visiting and definitely won't be...

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has quickly become one of my go-to spots for a healthy, tasty pick-me-up. Their smoothies are consistently fresh, flavorful, and made with real ingredients—not overly sugary like other places. My personal favorite is the Island Green—packed with spinach, kale, mango, and pineapple, it’s the perfect balance of refreshing and nutritious.

Beyond smoothies, their food menu is surprisingly impressive! The wraps and flatbreads are always made to order, and the quality never disappoints. The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the vibe is clean and inviting.

Whether I need a post-workout boost, a quick lunch, or just something cool on a hot day, Tropical Smoothie Cafe hits the spot every time....