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Tropical Smoothie Cafe

3.5 (39 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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karina k.

I am really not sure why Tropical Smoothie gets such low reviews bc we had a great experience and will return to any location. This one happens to be on Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park right across the street from the farmers market. The place is clean and has lots of seating and even has charging stations underneath the table. Plus free WiFi and the smoothies are great. So many healthy options. And the wraps were good too. Came out warm and the chicken was juicy and the sauce was perfectly light and not salty and plenty of veges which I loved. Staff are nice and patients.

Joneice B.

Thanks to T-Mobile for the free smoothie code. I was able to order my smoothie right off the app and schedule it to be available after my therapy session. My smoothie was cold, fresh and ready on time. I really enjoy Tropical Smoothie because they have more than just smoothies. Location is in the middle of Wicker Park business district of Milwaukee. Some metered parking on the street but be prepared to search hard for a spot. All in all, I would return.

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Heather B.

Nice size smoothie. Tastes great. The wrap was also very good. Spicier than I thought it would be. Asked for no beans and found two. Other wise good. The slaw with apples was very good. Quick service and delivery.

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Jim M.

T-Mobile proffered a coupon for a free smoothie from this chain. Never heard about them before. Likely won't be going back. Ordered a Blueberry Bliss on their app (about $8), and arrived about 10 minutes later. They had the order but hadn't started making it yet. They weren't busy, so that was odd. . . Two of three visible employees were dressed like halloween. Only one in a uniform. The young man (shown) started to make this drink for me. Oops - no strawberries on the line! Walked to the back of the store, pried open a box, and took out some strawberries. Oops! no blueberries, either! Same drill. Not moving very fast either. He then dumped like four large scoops of crushed ice into the blender. After two bouts with the blender, a different person poured it into a cup. The drink was - well, horrible. Fruit mixed with water. Is this really what passes for a smoothie here? Thanks for the coupon. I won't come back.

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4 months ago

all the workers were so nice when our big group came in they were all super friendly!

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1 year ago

Trying a new place for breakfast, the smoothies are flavorful and a fulfilling size. PB sandwich isn't bad

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9 months ago

It's everything i want in a spinach, feta, and pesto wrap. Will definitely be having this regularly!

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1 year ago

Yummy :) (it was really good and the workers were really nice, food was amazing and the place was really clean and seating was nice)

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1 year ago

Quick and Super Polite , Very clean service and no wait in line. It was a early morning and it was clean in the store too.

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Great smoothies. Great staff. A bit expensive. No complaints. Definitely recommend to try this place!

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4 years ago

Nasty, overcooked dry sandwiches. I love Tropical Smoothie Cafe but Do Not go to this location on Milwaukee Avenue!!!!!!

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5 years ago

I like there smoothies and the Buffalo Chicken Wrap is good too. The Jalapeño Corn hits the spot as a side.

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