Panda Express #1177
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
86
Score
Panda Express #1177 has been inspected nine times since 2022. Panda Express #1177 was last inspected on Apr 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader Sanford restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -plastic containers on shelf over triple sink
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -walk-in cooler: cut cabbage container corner is broken, employee replaced **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. -plastic containers on shelf over triple sink
16-48-4
86
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
82
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
95
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -Quat sanitizer less than 150ppm, operator drained sink, refilled, retested 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwash sink across from walk-in cooler, operator installed waste receptacle **Corrected On-Site**
33-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -mop sink soiled -area behind soda nozzles on self service beverage station has an accumulation of debris
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -Quat sanitizer less than 150ppm, operator drained sink, refilled, retested 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
74
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. -provided via email to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -women's bathroom
32-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -operator states he has ordered replacements and is expecting them 1-10-24.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -box of breaded chicken on floor of walk in freezer. Moved by operator **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -ice buildup around door of walk in freezer. Operator states a work order has been submitted. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided via email to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on walk in cooler door soiled
23-03-4
67
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
53B-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in front cooking area, operator restocked paper towel **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -open box cutter on prep table **Corrected On-Site**
42-03-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -above single service and foods storage rack
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -stainless steel bowls on shelf above triple sink, operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. - bowls over triple sink, operator separated pans **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -light accumulation of food on floor under triple sink
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -bottled beverags stored on floor in hallway
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -at walkin freezer door
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -backsplash of soda dispenser soiled in drive thru area
23-03-4
50
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-12: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Wilmer Vindel. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-12: **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-12: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
74
Sep 9, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Splitter.
29-34-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service gloves stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Panda Express #1177 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Panda Express #1177 on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panda Express #1177?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panda Express #1177.
How does Panda Express #1177 compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Panda Express #1177 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Panda Express #1177's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panda Express #1177 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Panda Express #1177 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 Panda Express #1177 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Panda Express #1177 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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