Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.1
295 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
1808 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston, SC
29407, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
295 reviews
5 stars
187
4 stars
41
3 stars
14
2 stars
14
1 star
39

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Many customers reported poor customer service, including rudeness and lack of acknowledgment from staff.

Smoothie Quality

Customers generally praised the smoothies for being delicious and refreshing.

Food Issues

Several reviews mentioned issues with food quality and preparation, including incorrect orders and unsatisfactory wraps.

Cleanliness

While some customers noted cleanliness in the store, there were also complaints about unsanitary practices, particularly regarding food preparation.

Staff Behavior

Mixed feedback on staff behavior; some employees were described as friendly and efficient, while others were reported as rude and inattentive.
  • CW
    Camryn Williams
    2 days ago
    1.0
    The young staff members, who appear to be teenagers, are consistently rude, loud, and unprofessional. They fail to greet you! I have visited this location several times, and each experience has been the same. Customers are left waiting for extended periods due to ongoing personal conversations among staff and frequent use of their cellular devices. During my most recent visit, I stopped in for a quick smoothie and waited over 22 minutes. Several of those minutes were spent waiting for employees to return from the back, where they were gathered together, talking loudly and behaving in an unprofessional manner. Management needs to address this issue with the current staff. This is a place of business, not a school environment, sporting event, or social gathering.
  • PC
    Paul C
    Dec 21, 2025
    1.0
    customer service is horrible.
  • FF
    Friday Friday
    Dec 17, 2025
    1.0
    I visited the Tropical Smoothie Café in West Ashley on Sam Rittenberg Boulevard to buy 15 smoothies and a few quesadillas for my job. Two young ladies were at the front counter, but neither greeted us or responded when my husband politely said hello or even when he asked if they could hear him. That level of rudeness and lack of basic acknowledgment is unacceptable, especially when a customer is about to spend over $100. I took my business up the street to Smoothie King instead, where the staff was friendly, responsive, and appreciative of my order.
  • IW
    Isak Wendesten
    Nov 12, 2025
    1.0
    Smoothies are probably good but I couldn’t know, we left after standing by the counter for minutes without any of the four staffs eye contact
  • JP
    JLG PHILLY
    Nov 1, 2025
    2.0
    Service horrible. Avoid if possible

Frequently Asked Questions About Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Does Tropical Smoothie Cafe accept reservations?

No, Tropical Smoothie Cafe does not accept reservations.

What are the dine-in hours at Tropical Smoothie Cafe?

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is open for dine-in from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sunday.