Panera Bread

Wakefield Mall, South Kingstown, RI 02879

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Panera Bread has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 20, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around four violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

Across the inspection history, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in South Kingstown average 87, so Panera Bread trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 20, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The green cutting board in the back prep area was observed to have rubber non-slip pads that were scored/cut and worn. Cutting boards are to be replaced when scored/worn. (Cutting board was disposed of at the time of inspection. Additional cutting boards on site for use at the time of inspection.)

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following were observed to have an accumulation of food residue and debris... - The internal areas of the cold drawers - Refrigeration gaskets - Ice Machine Equipment is to be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to preclude the buildup of food residue and debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor/wall(s) junctures behind equipment were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Emptied/used food storage containers were observed stored on the cutting surface for sandwich breads. Used equipment is to be stored in a manner to prevent possible contamination of clean/routinely sanitized food contact surfaces. Per the PIC, used food containers are to be stored in bus buckets until being brought to the dish area.

3-307.11

Dec 11, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Cases of frozen chicken were observed stored on the floor in the freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed to be in need of repair/adjustment... - The Prep Unit used for salads was observed to be leaking fluid underneath. Per the PIC, the unit is due to be replaced - The 2 door low boy cooler used for Almond Breeze product was observed to be maintaining an ambient temperature of 52 degrees Fahrenheit. At the time of inspection, unit was not being used for Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods. Unit is not to be used for TCS Foods until serviced/repaired Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed to have an accumulation of residue and/or biofilm. Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor and wall(s) behind equipment in the dish area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Dec 8, 2023

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

Jun 20, 2023

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

Mar 29, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Proper cold holding temperatures

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panera Bread last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panera Bread on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panera Bread?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Panera Bread.

How does Panera Bread compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?

Panera Bread most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the South Kingstown average of 87.

Has Panera Bread's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Panera Bread have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two 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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