Panera Bread #4944

245 Robert C Daniel Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Panera Bread #4944 five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 89, which Panera Bread #4944's 82 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed black buildup around the drink machines. Observed pink buildup inside the bulk ice machine. C/A: Clean all machines. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed bowl left in a container of M&M's and the scoop improperly stored inside a container of chicken. C/A: Ensure no bowls are left in food. When storing utensils with food, the handle must be above the food and the container.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed the mop sitting in the mop bucket. C/A: Hang mop in between uses to air dry.

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

Jul 7, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed black buildup inside the ice shoot of the self-service drink station. C/A: Clean drink station. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed an employee wearing a watch during active food prep. C/A: Only a plain band ring on arms/wrists during active food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Jan 8, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed buildup on several drink machines throughout the food service area. C/A: Clean all drink machines. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Observed the dumpster door left opened & drain plug missing. C/A: Keep dumpster doors closed when not in use & get drain plug replaced.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

Jul 3, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed cantaloupe, milk, & cut greens stored past use by dates. C/A: Monitor date markings & ensure food items are properly discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed buildup on several drink machines throughout the food service area. C/A: Clean all the drink machines. Increase cleaning frequency.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed several employees wearing watches & bracelets during active food prep. C/A: No jewelry can be worm on the arms or wrists during active food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed buildup on the shelving unit above the bread in the front food service area. C/A: Clean up buildup and place cover the bread.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Observed the dumpster door left opened & drain plug missing. C/A: Keep dumpster doors closed when not in use & replace drain plug.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed mops sitting in bucket & on the floor. C/A: Hang mops to air dry.

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

Jan 4, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to air dry before stacking.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed buildup under drink nozzles. Observed mold on boxes on boxes in WIC. C/A: Clean under all drink machine nozzles. Clean mold.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Observed employees preparing food without hair restraints and wearing jewelry on wrists. C/A: Ensure employees do not wear anything on their wrists/arms while actively preparing food and wear/supplied with hair restraints. Refer to DPH rules and regulations if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panera Bread #4944 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread #4944 on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panera Bread #4944?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread #4944.

How does Panera Bread #4944 compare to other restaurants in Augusta?

Panera Bread #4944 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Augusta average of 89.

Has Panera Bread #4944's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panera Bread #4944 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Panera Bread #4944 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 #4944 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Panera Bread #4944 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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