Panera Bread
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
90
Score
Panera Bread appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Panera Bread's latest score of 90 sits above the Canton average of 86. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed mold-like accumulation inside bulk ice machine in main kitchen. Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a rate that prevents accumulation. Must empty ice and deep clean within 72 hours.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods cold held above 41°F in drawer reach in cooler under prep top and drawer reach in cooler to left of prep top. All TCS food must be cold held at 41°F or below. The ambient air temperature (AAT) of the reach in cooler under the prep top was 42°F. The AAT of the reach in cooler to the left of the prep top was 57°F. COS by moving TCS items to different coolers. Must fix coolers before cold holding TCS foods within it.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken prepped at 11 AM temping 55°F, 52°F, and 60°F at 4:30 PM. Must cool TCS food from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. PIC suspects chicken may have been thawed improperly. Will email PIC thawing methods. COS by discarding.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed significant amount of mold-like build up inside all ice machines. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a rate that precludes soil accumulation. Health Authority suggests monthly, sooner if needed. Must empty and deep clean all ice machines within 72 hours.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
67
Apr 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing rubber gloves handle dirty dishes then proceed to handle clean dishes with the same gloves on. Must use gloves for one task only, and remove them when damaged or soiled before switching tasks. COS by rewashing clean dishes and putting on single use gloves then removing them before handling the clean dishes.
511-6-1.04(4)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed significant amount of mold-like build up inside all ice machines. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a rate that precludes soil accumulation. Must empty and deep clean all ice machines within 72 hours.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ladle stored as clean above 3 compartment sink with food residue in it. Food contact surfaces must be clean to the sight and touch. COS by placing in 3 comp sink to be rewashed.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed analog thermometers missing in walk in coolers. Must place an analog thermometer in all cold holding units, located close to the door.
511-6-1.05(2)(x)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed containers with debris accumulation storing clean utensils near soup wells and near dish pit area. Also observed significant debris and rust accumulation on shelves in walk in coolers, shelf near drive thru, and shelves storing clean dishes in dish area. Nonfood contact surfaces must be cleaned at a rate that precludes soil accumulation. Must clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed residue and debris accumulation on floor of reach in coolers. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Must clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink with mold-like accumulation. All physical facilities must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Must clean wall.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
58
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
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13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: The most recent inspection from 10/29/2023, score 90, was not posted in public view by the main entrance or the drive through. The inspection from 2/10/2023, score 96, was posted by the main entrance. Corrective action: Always post the most current inspection report in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris and liquid residue that was dark in color on the inside of the reach-in coolers in the entire kitchen. Observed more residue inside the bottom of the prep coolers that have drawers on the bottom part of coolers. Corrective action: Thoroughly clean out all of the prep coolers in the main kitchen area- front prep line, drive-thru area, blender area. A good cleaning is needed under the customer self-serve soft drink fountain in the dining area.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed debris on the floors underneath the equipment, shelving, and hard to reach places in the main kitchen, drive thru area, and the prep line. Corrective action: Clean these areas and maintain a cleaning schedule to keep these areas free from food debris and prevent attracting insects and rodents.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed the walk-in coolers and the walk-in freezer lacking an ambient air thermometer. Corrective action: Provide a thermometer in the warmest area of these units to obtain an accurate temperature reading in the event the factory installed digital thermometers fail.
511-6-1.05(2)(x)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Panera Bread last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panera Bread?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread.
How does Panera Bread compare to other restaurants in Canton?
Panera Bread most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Canton average of 86.
Has Panera Bread's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Panera Bread have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Panera Bread 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Panera Bread is inspected around two times per year on average.
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