Panera Bread

379 Bullsboro Dr, Newnan, GA 30263
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Panera Bread five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from May 4, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Among Newnan restaurants, the typical score is 86; Panera Bread is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. PIC came and correctly prim machine for correct strength.
511-6-1.05(6)(m)
95
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of food items stored beyond their labeled use-by date, including everything seasoning 10/12/25 and sliced almonds 10/26/25. Items discarded by manager during inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed box of single-serve items stored on floor across from oven. All items shall be stored at least 6in. above the floor to prevent contamination. Box relocated by employee during inspection.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
82
Jun 2, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed bags of garbage stored at employee back exit for later disposal.
511-6-1.06(5)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Accumulation of debrief build-up in hard to reach areas.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
90
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build up on ice machine baffle and ice drop area. Ice machine cleaned during inspection.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no available test strips for sanitizing solution in the three compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
82
Jun 7, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored on prep top table and employee bag stored on single use items. Items moved during the inspection.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panera Bread last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Panera Bread compare to other restaurants in Newnan?

Panera Bread most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Newnan average of 86.

Has Panera Bread's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panera Bread have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent 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 three times per year on average.