K&E Ice Cream and Paletas

330 N Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, FL 33460

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited K&E Ice Cream and Paletas five times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 11, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Lake Worth restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink.

29-20-5

Oct 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Employee can not locate probe thermometer

05-08-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

Aug 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose Bibb located at mop sink outside.

29-34-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door

35B-03-4

Feb 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit 80°F in crockpot at front counter on low. Operator changed setting to high. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-07-4

Jan 20, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Frequently Asked Questions

When was K&E Ice Cream and Paletas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at K&E Ice Cream and Paletas on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does K&E Ice Cream and Paletas compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?

K&E Ice Cream and Paletas most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lake Worth average of 77.

Has K&E Ice Cream and Paletas' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at K&E Ice Cream and Paletas have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at K&E Ice Cream and Paletas means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is K&E Ice Cream and Paletas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, K&E Ice Cream and Paletas is inspected around two times per year on average.

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