Panera Bread
The health department has logged eight inspections at Panera Bread, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 5, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.
“Sanitizers criteria-chemicals” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Panera Bread last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panera Bread?
Across the inspection record, “sanitizers criteria-chemicals” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread.
How does Panera Bread compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Panera Bread most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Panera Bread's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panera Bread have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Panera Bread 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 Panera Bread inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Panera Bread is inspected around two times per year on average.