Panda Buffet

2816F Hwy 71, Marianna, FL 32446

Chinese

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

Score

High Risk

Panda Buffet has been inspected six times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated May 21, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to five violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “ready-to-eat” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Panda Buffet's latest score of 30 falls below the Marianna average of 93. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 13 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed krab salad 60F on buffet since 10:30am, pasta salad 58F on buffet since 10:30am per operator.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed cooked chicken stored inside raw chicken box in walk-in cooler.

01B-03-5

High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed cooked chicken stored inside raw chicken box in walk-in cooler.

08B-27-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed krab salad 60F on buffet since 10:30am, pasta salad 58F on buffet since 10:30am per operator.

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap or paper towels at handwashing sink in beverage station.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no food with date marking.

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed eight non-smooth ceiling tile in kitchen above prep areas.

36-37-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed frozen beef stored uncovered in walk-in freezer.

08B-12-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp stored in sink of still water. Operator removed shrimp to cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken ceiling tile in kitchen.

36-32-5

Aug 7, 2024

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink with bucket lids in sink not accessible to use and used for other purposes.

31A-11-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink by three compartment sink.

31B-04-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fried chicken stored in walk in cooler with no cover for protection. Manager placed cover over product. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Sep 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Dec 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and beef in walk in cooler without proper date label. Manager stated it was prepared 12-20.

02C-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like build up in interior of ice machine.

22-20-5

Aug 18, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed krab salad and shrimp prepared on site no date mark. Informed owner that any product held more than 24 hours needs to have date mark.

02C-02-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasoning out of original container with no label on it.

02D-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panda Buffet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panda Buffet on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panda Buffet?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panda Buffet.

How does Panda Buffet compare to other restaurants in Marianna?

Panda Buffet most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Marianna average of 93.

Has Panda Buffet's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Panda Buffet have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Panda Buffet means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Panda Buffet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Panda Buffet is inspected around two times per year on average.

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