Tropical Smoothie Cafe

3.3
247 reviews

About

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe® was born on a beach® and on that beach, we learned a better way to live. We make eating better easy breezy with fresh, made to order smoothies, wraps, flatbreads and bowls that instantly boost your mood. Experience the good vibes of the tropics whether you’re ordering ahead in our app or online for delivery, curbside* or pickup. It’s like a tiny vacay in the middle of your day. You're on Tropic Time Now®. *At participating locations.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Credit cardAvailable

Location

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
8300 Merriman Road, Romulus, MI
48174, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.3
247 reviews
5 stars
103
4 stars
27
3 stars
25
2 stars
22
1 star
70

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Numerous reviews highlighted poor customer service, with staff being rude, unhelpful, and unprofessional.

Order Accuracy

Many customers reported issues with incorrect orders and missing items, leading to dissatisfaction.

Wait Times

Customers frequently mentioned long wait times for both in-store and online orders, often exceeding expected times.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed the smoothies and food, there were consistent complaints about the quality, including poorly blended smoothies and unsatisfactory food preparation.

Cleanliness

Several reviews pointed out unsanitary conditions in the restaurant, including dirty floors and improper food handling practices.
  • BS
    Brady Sandsmark
    Dec 20, 2025
    1.0
    Visiting this Tropical Smoothie Cafe is like dating someone who ghosts you in person. I’ve been back multiple times over the past few months (clearly I have amazing self esteem) yet somehow the experience keeps getting worse, which I didn’t think was mathematically possible. The staff have mastered the art of active avoidance. I don’t need a Broadway welcome number with jazz hands and confetti, but when I finally corner someone at the register, a simple “What can I get for you?” feels like it would be asking for a kidney. Instead, I’m greeted with the sounds of silence, followed immediately by a collection of “We’re out of that. Don’t have that. Yeah, no, that’s gone too.” Every. Single. Visit. At this point I’m convinced they either have a secret betting pool on how quickly they can make me give up and leave, or management thinks inventory is just a fun suggestion. Maybe both Then, after a casual 20 minute wait (bring a book, pack a lunch, contemplate your life choices), you finally get your smoothie and it’s aggressively mediocre. I keep coming back like I’m in a toxic relationship. This is on me now. I’m the problem. Tropical Smoothie Cafe, please get it together. The other reviews say the same thing, so clearly I’m not the only masochist in this situationship. Fix the stock, teach your staff that eye contact is hip and cool, and maybe, just maybe, make a smoothie that doesn’t taste like sadness.
  • CP
    Clifton Porter
    Nov 23, 2025
    2.0
    Lots of potential to be solid, but needs improvement in atmosphere & efficiency.
  • BM
    Becca Megison
    Nov 19, 2025
    3.0
    Usually pretty ok food. I really hate when they drench my flatbread in ranch. No one wants to eat a “soupy” wrap. Pretty disappointing.
  • JB
    John Barden-Clark
    Oct 17, 2025
    1.0
    Worst customer service ever. Staff is rude, and they didn’t let me get my money back after I arrived late for an order by 2 Minutes that was paid for but never made, that’s stealing. The black lady with the glasses probably started cleaning early, and never made it. Shitty customer service in a nice area don’t make sense
  • JS
    Jessica Stephan
    Oct 13, 2025
    1.0
    I have been to several Tropical Smoothies. It’s really not good when you walk in and the staff is almost upset to have a customer. Very rude and unfriendly, standoffish and had to wait a long time for my simple order. This has to be fixed from upper management. If you pay better you can be more selective w your hiring. Find incentives to motivate employees to perform better and more efficiently. And please don’t think that giving the option for a tip is helpful. We, the custom overpays as is! I frequent this area staying in a hotel for work, I will not be back.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Does Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Romulus accept reservations?

No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Romulus does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for dining in at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Romulus?

Dining in is available Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.