Panera Bread #1259
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
86
Score
Going back to 2022, Panera Bread #1259 has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 18, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Restaurants in Sebring average 74, so Panera Bread #1259 is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
86
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
74
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink on the right side of the front counter area with a hot water temperature of 74F. Manager adjusted the hot water new reading 91F. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute on the soda machine in the dining room soiled. Manager cleaned the ice chute. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All bakers cart have a built up of charred food.
23-03-4
78
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
50
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook at makeline leave line and open cooler at front counter where cashier opens cooler with no gloves after touching money. Cook opened cooler, unsanitized surface , and returned to makeline where he handled ready to eat foods touching and wrapping sandwich without first changing gloves and washing hands. Manager reviewed handwashing and glove use with employee. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
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. At inspection one employee hired 6 days ago had not signed the health reporting agreement. Manager had employee sign during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed melon over cut ready to eat melon in walk-in cooler. Manager rearranged shelves **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle of water with no label. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed grey growth behind nozzles of drink dispenser. Manager cleaned with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
23-01-4
67
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
67
Oct 26, 2022
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink providing water through a mixing valve or combination faucet not hot. Adjusted water valves to allow hand wash with correct temp. **Corrected On-Site**
27-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two brooms stored against the front of the handsink at the front counter. Employee moved to another location. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Lack of paper towels. Corrected by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
32-11-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Panera Bread #1259 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread #1259 on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Panera Bread #1259 compare to other restaurants in Sebring?
Panera Bread #1259 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Sebring average of 74.
Has Panera Bread #1259's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panera Bread #1259 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Panera Bread #1259 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 Panera Bread #1259 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Panera Bread #1259 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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