Panera Bread
Public records show four inspections at Panera Bread stretching back to 2023. On Sep 19, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things have moved in the wrong direction: violation counts went from one to two.
Across the inspection history, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Among Brooklyn restaurants, the typical score is 77; Panera Bread is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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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 Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panera Bread?
Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread.
How does Panera Bread compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?
Panera Bread most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.
Has Panera Bread's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Panera Bread have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about one per visit to around two more recently.
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.