National cafe chain offering 'craveability of the tropics' to open 1st Poconos location - 69News WFMZ-TV

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STROUD TOWNSHIP, Pa. - A popular chain known for its made-to-order smoothies, bowls, flatbreads and wraps is expanding its footprint in the region.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe, a national, fast-casual cafe concept, is expected to open in the spring at 210 Mission Drive in Stroud Township, Monroe County, franchisee Carlos Silver said.

The new cafe, located in the Shoppes at Stroud, will be the chain’s first Poconos location.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe was founded in 1997 and opened its first franchise location in Tallahassee, Florida, in 1998, according to the company's online franchising page. It has more than 1,300 locations across the United States with a goal to reach 1,500 by 2025.

There are more than two dozen locations in Pennsylvania, including other outposts in Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia, Chester and Lancaster counties.

A Tropical Smoothie Cafe location opened in January 2023 at 272 N. West End Blvd. in Richland Township, Bucks County.

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Another location is coming soon to a redeveloped portion of the Westgate Mall on Schoenersville Road in Bethlehem.

"Today’s consumers need an escape more than ever, and they seek out healthier food options that make them happy," a message on the franchising page reads. "We continue to share the craveability of the tropics and satisfy the tastes of our health-conscious guests."

The chain offers around two dozen signature smoothies, including "Super Veggie" options like Detox Island Green (spinach, kale, mango, pineapple, banana and ginger); "Balanced Fusions" such as Chia Banana Boost (roasted banana, chia seeds, almonds, peanut butter, whole-grain oats, cinnamon, dates and coconut); "Fruit Blends" such as Kiwi Quencher (kiwi, strawberry and non-fat yogurt); and "Tropical Treats" such as Bahama Mama (strawberries, pineapple, coconut and white chocolate).

Smoothies can be customized with supplements and fresh add-ins such as ground flaxseed, raw almonds, whey protein, vitamin B12 and Vital Proteins collagen.

"We work with suppliers that make us a force for good," a message on the business' franchising page reads. "Our commitment to responsibly sourced, safe and quality ingredients means more than just delicious food and smoothies; it means we can Inspire Better and spread sunshine all around."

Tropic Bowls from Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

For food, customers can enjoy sandwiches such as turkey bacon ranch; wraps such as Caribbean jerk chicken and hummus veggie; flatbreads such as chicken pesto and chicken bacon ranch; and quesadillas such as Santa Fe (grilled chicken, black beans, roasted red pepper and onion, queso blanco, cheddar, smoked cheese blend and roasted tomato salsa).

Other menu highlights include sides such as kale and apple slaw and maple-kissed sweet potatoes; breakfast options (served all day) such as a Southwest egg wrap and peanut butter banana crunch flatbread; and salads such as Thai chicken and Supergreen Caesar.

"We make eating better easy breezy with fresh, made-to-order smoothies, wraps, sandwiches and flatbreads that instantly boost your mood," a message on the business' website reads.

For more information, including Tropical Smoothie Cafe's full menu, visit the company's website.

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