Panera Bread Bakery-Café

7635 W Bell Rd, Peoria, AZ 85382
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Panera Bread Bakery-Café, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 8, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Among Peoria restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Residue buildup found on structural surfaces (i.e. wall of warewashing area; ceiling air vents in dining area)
6-501.12
95
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration
Inspector notes: Dishmachine measuring less than 10 ppm chlorine. Instructed person in charge to set up three compartments sink for warewashing until dishmachine can be maintained so as to provide 50-100 ppm. Second consecutive violation
4-703.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Build up of trash and organic matter behind and under all kitchen equipment. Exterior of soda machine has buildup of syrup residues. Instructed person in charge to clean
6-501.12
82
Feb 14, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration
Inspector notes: Dishmachine measuring 0 ppm chlorine. Sanitizer bucket empty. Instructed person in charge to set up three compartment sink. Three compartment sink auto dispenser is dispensing at 0 ppm sink and surface sanitizer. Hand poured sink and surface sanitizer to meet proper measurements. Reviewed three sink warewashing with person in charge. Instructed person in charge to not use dishmachine until maintained so as to provide 50-100 ppm chlorine
4-703.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Floors under all equipment in back food preparation/dish areas have buildup of trash and debris. Instructed person in charge to clean
6-501.12
82
Jul 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panera Bread Bakery-Café last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread Bakery-Café on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panera Bread Bakery-Café?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread Bakery-Café.

How does Panera Bread Bakery-Café compare to other restaurants in Peoria?

Panera Bread Bakery-Café most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Peoria average of 97.

Has Panera Bread Bakery-Café's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panera Bread Bakery-Café 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 Bakery-Café means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.