Panera Bread 6230
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Panera Bread 6230 11 times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 4, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.
“Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Bradenton restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No time marking on 2% milk container at coffee bar in lobby of restaurant. Employee time marked milk **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical bottle stored on top of coffee machine next to coffee making equipment. Manager removed chemical from coffee machine **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on storage shelf next to bread and over prep table. Employee removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with bracelets preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed boxes and trash bags stored on dumpster pad.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed walk in freezer with ice buildup around door.
14-69-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed garbage dumpster lid open. Manager closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
58
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Employee used restroom, stated they washed their hands in the bathroom but failed to wash their hands again in the kitchen before returning to work. Employee put on gloves, handled a piece of a baguette without washing hands. Employee discarded the piece of baguette then washed her hands and put on new gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-11-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 6 whole uncut cantaloupe that were moldy stored on shelf in walk in cooler. Manager discarded cantaloupes.
01B-07-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee used restroom, stated they washed their hands in the bathroom but failed to wash their hands again in the kitchen before returning to work. Employee put on gloves, handled a piece of a baguette without washing hands. Employee discarded the piece of baguette then washed her hands and put on new gloves.
01B-13-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled on make line.
22-08-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
36-50-4
58
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on site.
16-37-1
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in floor with a spill, food and cardboad.
36-10-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed rear single door flip top reach in with grooved cutting board.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food pep employee wearing bracelet on arm. Manage had employee emote. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
78
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
86
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
Jul 8, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed in back kitchen area Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm). Person in charge setup 3 compartment sink and called for repair. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: 000 ppm and in use **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are first on self service line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: **Admin Complaint**
25-02-4
82
Jun 20, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler on hot food service line Cheese (48F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it was placed in the Reach in cooler approximately 1 hour ago.Person in charge removed some of the cheese from the container and placed it in the Reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed in back kitchen area Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm). Person in charge setup 3 compartment sink and called for repair. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 boxes of chips stored on floor in main kitchen area. Person in charge stated they did not receive any food delivery's today. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in front kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are first on self service line. **Warning**
25-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Person in charge placed in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed on food preparation table in back kitchen area open beverage and half eaten muffin. Person in charge removed from area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food with wrist watch. Employee removed watch and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
55
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
11-26-1
90
Jun 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Panera Bread 6230 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread 6230 on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panera Bread 6230?
Across the inspection record, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread 6230.
How does Panera Bread 6230 compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Panera Bread 6230 most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Panera Bread 6230's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Panera Bread 6230 have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Panera Bread 6230 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 Panera Bread 6230 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Panera Bread 6230 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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