Panda Express 3376

17284 Us 441, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Chinese
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Panda Express 3376 eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 5, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Panda Express 3376 scores about where you'd expect for a Mount Dora restaurant. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice Chute by drive thru. **Repeat Violation**
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. Provided form. Operator signed and date and employee filled out and sign and date. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer on the floor.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets in kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in kitchen area.
22-16-4
70
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice Chute in dining room and drive thru **Repeat Violation**
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. Provided forms to operator they were signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles at front counter.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers on dish rack. Operator separated. **Corrective Action Taken.
24-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the men's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Drink lids at front counter. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
55
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - ice chute at drink station in dining area. - Ice chute at drink station in drive thru.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Walking freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - Light not functioning. - 5 light outs in hood system.
36-62-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - reach-incooler. across wok station
22-16-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. - bulk rice bin top cracked
14-12-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
61
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of soda stations (Lobby and drive thru)
23-03-4
78
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - pink substance in ice chute in drink machines in dining area and drive thru. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. - light fixture in prep area
36-62-4
82
Jul 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic in oil on cooks line. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Rice station **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
67
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
86
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panda Express 3376 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panda Express 3376 on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panda Express 3376?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Panda Express 3376.

How does Panda Express 3376 compare to other restaurants in Mount Dora?

Panda Express 3376 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mount Dora average of 69.

Has Panda Express 3376's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Panda Express 3376 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Panda Express 3376 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 Panda Express 3376 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Panda Express 3376 is inspected around two times per year on average.