Paleteria El Progreso

711 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, FL 32807

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show three inspections at Paleteria El Progreso stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 2, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Orlando average 79, so Paleteria El Progreso trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 2, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over butter in stand up cooler in back prep area **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour and sugar container **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door

35B-01-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Front counter **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Aug 8, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front hand wash sink missing paper towels

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Unable to show proof of food manger certificate **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Unable to show proof of any food handler training **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Tortillas and fried chicharones missing labels

02D-02-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service small and large containers not inverted. Operator inverted items **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

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

32-04-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door leading to exterior has gap at bottom of door

35B-01-4

Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Dipper well was off during inspection. Operator turn well on **Corrected On-Site**

10-03-4

Mar 22, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Paleteria El Progreso last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Paleteria El Progreso on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Paleteria El Progreso?

Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Paleteria El Progreso.

How does Paleteria El Progreso compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Paleteria El Progreso most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Paleteria El Progreso's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Paleteria El Progreso have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Paleteria El Progreso means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Paleteria El Progreso inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Paleteria El Progreso is inspected around two times per year on average.

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