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Panda Express #2673

524 E 23 St, Panama City, FL 32405
Chinese
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Panda Express #2673 has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Apr 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Required employee training provided” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Panama City restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Orange chicken internal temperature 162F. Chicken was cooked extra time, reaching 174F internal temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
03C-44-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
78
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
95
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Cooked seafood not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Cooked shrimp final temperature 132F, manager instructed employee to return to heat. Shrimp cooked to 176F, **Corrected On-Site**
03C-75-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee milkshake and ice cream stored over frozen juice in walk in freezer. Manager removed employee items at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels, by rice cooking area. **Repeat Violation**
33-38-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms stored over pasta.
08B-17-4
74
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Jun 24, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Dec 15, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Residue on onion dicer. Sent to dish pit at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 2 employees working with no proof of reporting agreement. Signed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
82
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. On front line.manager filled soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
90
Aug 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
95
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed filled in copied certificates. **Repeat Violation**
53B-09-4
90
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
53B-09-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Drinks on boxes of ginger garlic mix. Used employee drink container on dry storage shelf above back prep area. Manager moved/ discarded all items. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panda Express #2673 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panda Express #2673 on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panda Express #2673?

Across the inspection record, “required employee training provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Panda Express #2673.

How does Panda Express #2673 compare to other restaurants in Panama City?

Panda Express #2673 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Panama City average of 83.

Has Panda Express #2673's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panda Express #2673 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Panda Express #2673 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 #2673 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Panda Express #2673 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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