Panera Bread
Last inspected: May 22, 2012
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Score
Panera Bread appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2011. The latest inspection on file is from May 22, 2012. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Panera Bread dates to May 22, 2012.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
May 22, 2012
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 5/14/12 WAS NOT POSTED. MANAGER WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, STORAGE RACKS, PREP TABLES, ROLLING BAKER'S RACKS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BENEATH THE ROLLING BAKER'S RACKS, AROUND WALLS AND UNDER EQUIPMENT. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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May 14, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED MOLD GROWTH ON INTTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF THE UNIT CLEANED AND SANITIZED. DO NOT USE UNTIL TAG HAS BEEN REMOVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, STORAGE RACKS, PREP TABLES, ROLLING BAKER'S RACKS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BENEATH THE ROLLING BAKER'S RACKS, AROUND WALLS AND UNDER EQUIPMENT. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREAS, ESPECIALLY BEHIND THE PANINI PRESSES.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: HAIR RESTRAINTS ARE NEEDED FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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Jun 7, 2011
Tag Removal
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS FROM REPORT #517387 ON 6-6-11.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS
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Jun 6, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. OBSERVED LARGE AMOUNTS OF BLACK SLIME LIKE SUBSTANCE INSIDE UPPER WATER RESERVOIR OF ICE MACHINE WHERE ICE IS BEING MADE AND DRIPPING INTO READY TO EAT ICE. ICE DISCARDED. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL CLEANED, SANITIZED AND SUPERVISOR LOPEZ CONTACTED AT 312-746-7855 FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INTERIOR DINING ROOM GARBAGE CABINETS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INTERIOR REAR ICE MACHINE MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ALL LINE COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. EXTERIOR DISH MACHINE DIRTY. MUST CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR DRAINS AT DISH MACHINE AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DIRTY. MUST CLEAN. FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER, NEXT TO REAR PROOF BOX.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MISSING CEILING TILE AT REAR BAKERY PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK AT CASHIER/PREP AREA WITH ENCRUSTED DIRT. MUST CLEAN. LEAK UNDER ABOVE MENTIONED SINK. MUST REPAIR.
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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 May 22, 2012. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panera Bread?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread.
Has Panera Bread's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Panera Bread have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Panera Bread means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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