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    Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    2.3 (44 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
    Caroline V.

    Decided to share a peanut butter cup smoothie with the bf and I'm so glad we did. Our cup was huge! I'm not too sure why this place has such bad reviews but I promise if you get the peanut butter smoothie you won't be disappointed! I thought it was super good and I would definitely come back to try a different smoothie if I was in the area.

    Makayla T.

    I called to place an order, she didn't even know how to ring me up over the phone or place me on hold. I heard the whole conversation between her and whomever else was there. My sandwich was made very poorly and sloppy. When we went to pick up the order we were told that she didn't have enough cash to break $100, but we clearly saw a full drawer. Worst experience ever.

    Michael L.

    A little slow in the morning (the times I've been there was only one person working). Inside it's nice and open but I had to take off a point because I found a couple of fruit flies in my smoothie. I know lunch time is probably hectic, but I'll stick to the morning stop for now. One more thing, no happy hour specials like other locations I've been to, but it's Ann Arbor.

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    3 years ago

    My kids go here a lot! They have great smoothies, healthy options. This is a nice spot!

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    Slow service! Be prepared to wait for a long time. I wonder how they'll cope with Panera right there. Hope they improve as days goes by.

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    Came here when it was not even busy. Waited 30 minutes for a buffalo chicken wrap. Don't come here if you are in a rush

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    9 years ago

    Worst place ever! Employees weren't very friendly and took a long time to get my order.

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    20 minutes and counting waiting for a single smoothie? Ridiculous. Don't waste your time.

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