I'm honestly not sure why the rating is so low here. My experiences are always great. My family placed 3 separate online orders to take advantage of a T-Mobile Tuesday promotion. We all purchased a side in order to get a free smoothie. Our orders were ready when we arrived. The employees were friendly and professional. No issues whatsoever! read more

I went to grab some breakfast after dropping my pup off next door and order a wrap and smoothie. It was empty but the noise level was low. It took no time to receive my smoothie but had to wait a while for my wrap. Overall, everything was good! Definitely would recommend this location! read more

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I am laughing as I write this because it's so ridiculous. The smoothies are good but the food is a joke. I ordered avocado grilled cheese and they send me toasted bread. No cheese and no avocado. My daughter ordered turkey and cheese wrap and they put one tiny slice of turkey and no cheese. Avoid food here. read more

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - What it's supposed to be. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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this new bowl is actually disgusting lol the bottom taste like guac with a whole bunch of sweet stuff mixed in and a bad aftertaste. The blueberries were really sour . I'll stick with smoothies king's acai bowls read more

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This location is pretty good. It's usually empty when you go, they just still always seem like they're rushing. Staff is usually friendly as well, and the place is clean. My MAIN take away is that they should put your smoothie or açaí bowl in a fridge for pick up orders until you arrive. I HATE picking up my açaí bowls and they're just sitting on the shelf melting. That makes no sense and I have to go home a refreeze it before it's eaten. Please consider this for to go orders......tired of wasting money on melted smoothies and bowls. read more

Really hood smoothies AND food. I love the wraps and quesadillas. It's super easy to order on the website or the app and pick up about 10 minutes later. I think this place is somewhat of a hidden gem, just because so many people don't know about it and have never been there. I work at the hospital and almost every time I order from there, all of my coworkers are hovering, asking where I got this food. I think it would be smart for the owners to pass some flyers or do a promotion for more exposure. read more

When I found out that there was a location in my neck of the woods, I was prepared to do a couple of back flips... unfortunately, I'm not as talented as Gabby Douglas (lol)! Nonetheless, I was SUPER excited! Every time I've visited, I've been greeted and didn't have to wait for anyone to take my order. The seating area is clean, so you're not having to check for a clear place to sit should you decide to dine in. The customer service is fairly consistent... not overly excited, but pleasant enough to hold small talk while taking the order. Customer service hasn't been an issue for me with this location. However, I've noticed that there is very little consistency when it comes to how the wraps are prepared. When I've visited in the evening, I've received a sloppy wrap that had more sauce on it than any other ingredients. But when I've visited during the day, I received a wrap that was well prepared with a good portion of chicken. My hope is that there will be some consistency in the wraps (as my smoothies have always been top-notch) since a wrap will average around $8. For that price, I would like to have more than a saucy tortilla. Since this location is fairly new, I'm sure things will improve over time. So, I'll continue to visit and let you all know how things improve in an update! Hope to see you there! read more

Finally a smoothie spot in my neck of the woods. I try to get over here a few times a week when I'm not making my own. I've always been a fan of the island green which they offer with or without turbinado. Lately, I've been getting the Chia Banana boost and I am really loving that. On Tuesday's they have a special with any smoothie and a sandwich for $7. I tried the Chicken pesto which was just ok, so I think I will stick to the smoothies for now. The app is great when it's actually working, this location seems to always have an issue with app orders but I've never had an issue with other locations. read more

Ordered from there and food was not even being worked on 20 minutes after it was supposed to be ready. Wouldn't even talk with anyone standing waiting on when it would be ready. Terrible customer service, won't order from them again. Update: at Tropical Smoothie Cafe's Guidance submitted the complaint to their website and received a gift card for a new smoothie in the mail. Will give another chance, appreciate them trying to right the initial wrong. read more

I was in the mood for a good smoothie or shake for dinner. So I started walking from my hotel and kept walking for about 30 minutes before I found this place. All I can say is the customer service was great. The hostess gave me tips on a good smoothie called the health nut all I had to do is add some peanut butter in it. If you come here be sure to be overwhelm with the warmest smiles that I have seen on my short time being here in Charlotte. They also offer military discounts. I will return for 2nds and 3rds. read more

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Large - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Beautiful clean. The staff was so lovely and accommodating to all my substitutions. Easy to come with my toddler, high chair and changing station available. Great experience! read more

Love Tropical Smoothies. Like that you can customize them by adding supplements and you get a lot for your $$. Have visited this location multiple times. Bahama Mama, Mango Berry Cosmo, Avocolada, Blueberry Bliss, Jetty Punch and recently tried the quesadillas and flat breads (very generous portions). So mostly happy, but a couple of inconsistencies. Ordered the Watermelon Mojito and first time was fantastic. Second time, it was not good and seemed to be missing an ingredient. Third time, taste was good, but about midway of drinking, found a piece of styrofoam floating in it. The foam was not from the cup but probably broke off from another cup that maybe was in the stack. I want to continue enjoying this location and suggest they place closer attention on their cups before filling and the ingredients. read more

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Watermelon Mojito with the piece of foam from another cup found in the smoothie. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Customer service is terrible! After waiting in line about 15 minutes for the people in front of me they decided to take the guy behind me's order before mine (I guess he was a regular there or something). Pretty shitty way to do business in my opinion though. I walked out.... Wasn't giving them my business if that was their attitude. read more

My husband and I were enjoying our lunch right next door at "Blaze Pizza" when we noticed a lot of people going into this establishment. I am a HUGE fan of smoothies, so we were down to pop on by and see what they were all about. It's a super CLEAN and super NEAT little spot to go to. It reminds me of the local "hip" joints that are all around LA, California. The guy taking our order was very friendly and patient with us. Reading the MASSIVE menu on the wall can be quite overwhelming for those who have never been there before. I ordered the "Mocha" smoothie and my husband ordered the "Beach Bum" smoothie. They were fantastic! We plan on coming back! read more

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This place is a hit or miss. Sometimes I come in and I get what I need, my order is right and I keep it moving. Other times, (which is more often than I'd like) I go in and something is wrong. 1. Last week I went to get a smoothie for my daughter at like 3ish PM and they were closed. Heh? 2. Went in for my usual Pomegranate Plunge. I always get this with half the sugar and the spinach kale pack. The young brown dude with the tight haircut told me they didn't have kale. We're looking at each other and after a few seconds I'm like so can I have all spinach? Why I gotta come up with the solution as the customer??? 3. Another time I go in for my usual and they forget the spinach kale pack. I had to remind them. 4. Typically my smoothie is not green enough after getting the spinach kale pack. How do I know? When I go to other locations asking for the same thing, it's pretty dark green. Not at this location. I feel like they're stiffing me and not honoring my request for half sugar cause it's too sugary still. 5. After a long time of not having a sandwich, I get the Super Green Caesar wrap, my lettuce is mad wilted and there's barely any in there. It's more like chicken and sauce with one tomato. 6. I get the Cali club wrap joint and not only is it mad salty but after paying for my order I turn around and see they don't have any other flavor chips except plain Baked lays and plain kettle cooked. Uuuuuh stock up much??? Why do I keep going back? Cause they're literally right down the street from my daughters school and practically around the corner from my crib. But please believe we will be moving soon and I'll be off maternity leave in a few months heading back to work which means I'll wait to traipse my ass over to the TSC by my job. For now I'll put up with this lackluster location. read more

I came in early on Friday morning for two smoothies. There was one person waiting for their smoothie and I went straight to the register. There was a man there that seemed to be new because he wouldn't make eye contact with me and I had no idea he was ready to take my order. He just stood there playing with the screen and then his coworker came up and asked did he take my order....of course you didn't take my order. I did not receive a hello, how can I help you, welcome...nothing! So how was I supposed to know you were ready! Anyway I received my smoothies but I did notice the floors were filthy. I most likely will not be back to this tropical smoothie unless they improve their customer service. read more

I may have just had the WORST customer service experience of my life! I ordered 2 wrap and smoothie combinations from Tropical Smoothie Cafe with free delivery, through the Tropical Smoothie Cafe app. The delivery driver came and brought ONLY our smoothies. I told him it was missing the wraps and sides, and he told me the only thing in the order was our smoothies and to call the store. I called, and the girl told me that the Door Dash driver left with only half our order and that she tried to call him back in but he was already gone. I asked her what to do, and she said I needed to "Call the driver and have him come back." ... Excuse me, what? I asked her how I was supposed to do that, and she said to look in the Door Dash app "where I ordered" and I again explained to her that I'd ordered directly through the Tropical Smoothie Cafe app. She said, "Well we don't have drivers" and again kept telling me to "call my driver and have him come back." I asked her how on earth I would know my delivery driver's phone number and explained that the order confirmation email literally says to call her store for delivery issues and lists their phone number. I asked to talk to her manager, and she told me he wouldn't be in until tomorrow. When she told me for a third time to "call my delivery driver and to stop being rude to her," I lost it and told her to stop saying stupid things!!! At that point she hung up on me. She never offered me any solution, nor did she offer a refund. My husband is in COVID quarantine, which means we are too, my baby is screaming, I'm hungry and crying, and I want the food I paid for!!! I called DoorDash, and the gentleman was very understanding and told me he'd take care of it and asked for the restaurant phone number. He said that he'd call them and call me back, but it's been almost an hour. I'm now on hold with another DoorDash rep who explained that they can't issue a refund since it was placed directly through Tropical Smoothie Cafe. read more

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I would give this place 0 stars if i could. The employees are AWFUL. We love tropical smoothie, but this location is truly horrific. The afterican american woman that works there has the worst attitude out of any customer service person I've ever met. Spare yourself from the absolutely terrible customer service, and go literally anywhere else. Huge bummer as we are new to the area and usually go a couple times a week. But absolutely not worth it to deal with that woman. read more

First of all the people here are fantastic. I had never been here before. I chit chatted with the employees for a little bit. I can't wait to come back on my lunch breaks at work. Smoothie was really good too read more

Food is good and the people have good personalities but they can be slow at times. Great decor for the inside which is very welcoming. I always order ahead which makes everything faster!! Go by and get some great healthy food!! read more

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Hummus veggie wrap smashed avocado, pepper jack cheese, Romain kale and spinach blend rice black beans in red pickled onions tomatoes and light ranch. read more

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This is my second time here, service has been on point. The location is clean. Today I decided to get the Detox Island Smoothie, let's see how it goes. I heard great things about it. read more

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Shot of the smoothie menu - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This location is absolutely trash. I really enjoy tropical smoothie but the customer service at this location is terrible. As soon as I walked in, multiple customers in front of me were already complaining about the how rude the employees were. I should've taken that as a sign to leave instead of wasting my time. Orders were significantly backed up as the employees took there time and instead of focusing on making the food, the girl in the back was busy FaceTiming her friends. Waited over 40mins for my food and she wasn't even close to preparing my order. Service took so long, I eventually just had to leave. Wasted time and money coming here. read more

Be prepared to wait for 30-40 minutes. They are INCREDIBLY understaffed. I waited for 30 minutes while ONE young man was making countless smoothies. He was so cool calm and collected under the pressure. Another employee came in about 30 minutes after I'd been waiting for my online order and started working on the food. People who walked in had to wait 20-30 minutes just to place an order. The staff is great there's just not enough people working. I've been here countless times and this is ALWAYS the case. read more

been going to tropical smoothie for a few years now. the one on midtown terrace in charlotte and there are two people only that takes customer service to 100 and that's ms. dee and ms ne-ne. there's a young lady there with extremely big and long hair and does not cover it up. i do hair so i know that a strand can fall into a smoothie or food well i am deemed mean and evil bc i told the store this numerous times. please for health safety and no disgusting experience please have that younglady cover her strands. its just common decency. not a matter of throwing shade. read more

This Tropical Smoothie has been through some ups and downs the past year, but lately, it looks as though things are getting back on track.

HORRIBLE watered down smoothies! The so called "peanut butter cup" smoothie BARELY taste of any peanut butter! Terrible terrible terrible!

Came here for their grand opening and got a free smoothie or item of your choice card for being on the first 50 guests here. There is plenty of room for seating and the ordering process is super easy especially if you download the application. Since it is the grand opening there is a lot going on, my strawberry limeade tasted a little different than normal (hence the four star rating) but it wasn't bad and the service was fairly quick. Will definitely be coming back! read more

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Great chain smoothie restaurant with same menu you'll recognize from other Tropical Smoothie Cafes. If you're a bit health conscious like me, be sure to ask for NO SUGAR in your smoothie! With the fruit in each one, you truly won't miss it, (and it's better for you!). I stopped in today around 2pm to grab a salad and smoothie with a coupon I got in the mail. The place was packed, and it took over 20 minutes for my smoothie to be prepared. My salad was ready in 7 minutes... Not good! It's a new spot so I'm sure they're still sorting out the kinks. One thing to note, do not stand close to the bar around the smoothie blenders. I saw one employee squirting sugar syrup into a blender and it splashed all over a woman's blouse. She was annoyed and the employee didn't say anything to her... 2nd bad sign! I'd recommend some divider boards between customers and food prep. read more

I arrived at this location at 8:30pm on the dot. Two customers were dining so I attempted to open the door, but it was LOCKED. The hours clearly stated they closed at 9pm. I stood outside & the employees ignored me. I called and no one answered. A young man was listening to music & another girl was cleaning. Never going back. read more

Very convenient location to stop by for a quick and refreshing smoothie! I ordered a Sunrise Sunset smoothie with strawberries, pineapple, mango & orange juice. It was a delicious treat after a long day of hiking. Clean and bright store with friendly staff. I have never tried their menu items, but may in the future if I'm looking some healthy quick options. read more

Would give 0 stars. After being a repeat customer for months, I ordered via the Tropical Smoothie app and waited over 20 minutes for my smoothie. Was told multiple times it would be ready shortly, finally requested my money back after never getting my food and was told I couldn't get a refund because my food was ready and I left without it. This place is a JOKE and management is rude from assistant manager to the Operations Manager! Don't waste your time nor money here. Just go the university city location across from the Hilton and save yourself some time read more

I love tropical smoothie but this location is the worst they never have anything and the smoothies do not taste like the other smoothie locations the food doesn't taste like the other locations the owner of this location needs to do a re-vamp of this tropical smoothie because it gives tropical smoothie a bad look so disappointed every time I go in the most unfortunate part about this is this is the closest one to me piss off read more

I know this place is fairly new which makes me want to give them a little bit of a pass, but if you want to survive in the food business you need to make a good impact from the start to keep customers coming back. We came to Tropical Smoothie because my brother loved the one he frequented in Florida. We ordered the Big Kahuna meal for our little one with the Turkey Cheddar & whatever the name of the strawberry/banana smoothie is, the Americana breakfast wrap, the Super Green Cesar wrap, the Hummus wrap and the Hummus wrap unwrapped as a salad, and lastly the Beach Bum smoothie with white chocolate. The first two ingredients in the Hummus Wrap are hummus and smashed avocado--neither the wrap nor the salad had either one...I'm not sure how this is possible, but it happened. The Beach Bum smoothie had decent flavor, but a weird texture (grainy and chunks of ice). The Super Green Cesar wrap tasted fine, but wasn't anything out of this world for $8. The breakfast wrap is smaller than their standard wrap, but I asked beforehand if it was since the price reflects that--no issue there. Also the kids "meal" was fine except that the cup of fruit had the apple stem and piece of core in it. Our order was to-go and they called my name and handed me the bag. I took a quick peek and noticed the kid's food was not in there and mentioned it when the guy returned with a fork. The response was oh yeah that is coming up in a minute. Fine, but if I was in a hurry I would have probably left with my bag after they handed it to me. Lastly, my husband noticed that all the containers are open and the food was being cross contaminated every time they took a scoop of something; it would drip into the other container as they took the scoop of food. The employees also did not have any gloves or hair nets on, which I believe is fairly standard when handling food. All in all our $40 purchase was lackluster and really quite disappointing. read more

Picked up a to-go order and it seemed like it took forever to get my order. It was around 7pm on a weeknight and the place wasn't crowded so I'm not sure why it took so long to prepare. I ordered the Island Chicken Quesadilla and my boyfriend ordered the Cuban sandwich. The flavors in the quesadilla was good but could have used more spice. I was surprised to find that there barely any chicken in it. It was cut into 4 slices and I opened each slice to find 2 or 3 chicken small chicken dices in each piece. Considering that it cost nearly $6, I expected more. My boyfriend said that his Cuban sandwich was ok and nothing really special. If we do decide to go back, we will probably try one of their smoothies instead. read more

I always love tropical smoothie, so when I was in town I drove for 6 miles to get one. Upon my arrival they looked closed because they were. The Internet says they're open, but a piece of paper on the door says they are closed and are operating under different business hours. Update your webpage. Very disappointing! read more

I had the buffalo chicken wrap, totally unplanned but it was close by. This wrap is DELICIOUS, Not too spicy with the buffalo, great blend of flavors. I've been sleeping on this spot for food choices . I also see they have a Tuesday special, a wrap, bag of chips, and smoothie for $7 bucks read more

The food and smoothies are actually good, but it takes forever to get them. They are severely understaffed. I go at lunch sometimes and always ask myself why I keep going back after. Please hire more help and we will come more! Even when it's slow they wait time is ridiculous. Tried to order ahead on the app they advertise and it is always down. read more

NEVER AGAIN. This location is HORRIBLE. Went about 2 months ago&my wrap (which is what I order every time@a different location) was soggy and disgusting to the point I couldn't eat it. Took it back& they refunded me. Decided to give a try again today- even worse! "Super green chicken Caesar"- which is supposed to be.... you guessed it, super green! No kale, no romaine or other greens, just a few bits of wilted, soggy iceberg. Maybe 5 bits of thin chicken and a half handful of diced tomatoes. It was mostly just a tortilla. I attempted to eat part because i was STARVING and had waited forever for it...and have felt gross&sick since. Honestly horrible service&disgusting. read more

Normally love Tropical Smoothie Cafe! HOWEVER, this location was terrible. I placed an order online 10mins before even arriving to the store. I walked in and waited an additional 15 minutes and my smoothie came out, but sandwich never did. Finally went to the counter to get help and it was another few minutes before anyone even acknowledged me. The woman working that ended up making my sandwich DID NOT wear gloves while preparing my sandwich. So disgusted, I didn't even eat it but I was also way too irritated at that point to wait for another to be made so I left and will not go to this location again. read more