Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe

125 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

Among Phoenix restaurants, the typical score is 97; Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 27, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the walk in freezer having some areas freezing over and having ice accumulating. Also observed a small reach in cooler near the drive through window having an ice build up in the back. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times to ensure they continue working properly. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

May 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 15, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 6, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Observed the handwashing sink located in the bakery area not being operational. Person in charge states they have a work order for it and will get it fixed as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of having all handwashing stations in the establishment operational and in good condition to promote proper handwashing. Reinspection will occur on or before 1/16/2025

5-205.11

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed the cold holding unit used to store dairy products having an ambient temperature of 50*F. TCS foods such as cows milk and cream cheese were being stored in the unit at the time of inspection. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Reinspection will be conducted on or before 1/16/2025

4-301.11

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe 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 Bakery and Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Panera Bread Bakery and Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.

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