PANERA BREAD #1600
17899 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port FL 34287 · 941.429.1963
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed walk in cooler at 81F. Operator is fully aware of situation. Multiple work orders in. The following foods were in walk in and are not being sold to the public, waiting credit. Operator voluntarily disposed of foods as we inventoried items. Molded Cantaloupe 4 Whole. Molded Avocado 200 whole.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Ice buildup in the reach-in freezer nearest the office.
Standing water or very slow draining water in the ice machine near the mop sink.
May 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed the rear exit blocked by cardboard boxes and trash bags. The operator cleared the path to the exit.
Feb 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Equipment and utensils rinsed after the application of the sanitizer solution. Observed an employee use sanitizer solution on creamer pitchers then place the pitchers in the rinse solution. The pitchers were re-washed.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed the rear exit blocked by cardboard boxes and trash bags.
Jun 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on can opener, put away clean. Observed operator put into dish to be washed. Observed cutting board at front counter with stains on it.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on front counter with groove marks on it.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in lobby with food splatter inside. Observed operator cleaning inside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler at prep table, soiled with food debris on it. Observed operator cleaning gaskets.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Observed Operator removing mop and hanging properly.
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed unable to dispense paper towels at frontline handwash sink. Operator able to dispense the paper towels by repairing it.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind Walk in Cooler and Freezer handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled above drive thru area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple cutting boards put away clean with food stain like substance on them.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout kitchen/prep/dish/on make line, cutting boards with groove markings on them.
Oct 16, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed walk in cooler at 81F. Operator is fully aware of situation. Multiple work orders in. The following foods were in walk in and are not being sold to the public, waiting credit. Operator voluntarily disposed of foods as we inventoried items. Molded Cantaloupe 4 Whole. Molded Avocado 200 whole.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler at 81F. Operator is fully aware of situation. Multiple work orders in. The following foods were in walk in and are not being sold to the public, waiting credit. Operator voluntarily disposed of foods as we inventoried items. Orange Juice Panera Brand 4 1/2 gallons. Green Tea Panera Brand 3 16.9 oz. Milk Horizon Brand 3 8 oz. Chocolate Milk, Horizon Brand 2 8.oz. Apple Juice Tree Top 8 6.75 oz. Orange Juice Panera Brand 4 11.5 oz. Almond Milk Blue Diamond 12 32 oz. Whipped Cream Panera Brand 9 15 oz. Whipped Butter Grassland 720 Pats. Half n Half Creamer Prairie Farms 602.372 oz.. Mango Fruit Base Panera Brand 3 61.5 oz. Strawberry Fruit Base Panera Brand 1 61.5 oz. Tropical Green Tea Smoothie Panera Brand 6 61.5. Molded Cantaloupe 4 Whole. Molded Avocado 200 whole. Spring Mix 4 3lb Bags. Caramelized Onion Royalty 1 2.20 lbs. Icing Dawn 24 lbs. Cherry Purée 6 2 lbs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed walk in cooler at 81F. Operator is fully aware of situation. Multiple work orders in. The following foods were in walk in and are not being sold to the public, waiting credit. Operator voluntarily disposed of foods as we inventoried items. Orange Juice Panera Brand 4 1/2 gallons. Green Tea Panera Brand 3 16.9 oz. Milk Horizon Brand 3 8 oz. Chocolate Milk Horizon Brand 2 8.oz. Apple Juice Tree Top 8 6.75 oz. Orange Juice Panera Brand 4 11.5 oz. Almond Milk Blue Diamond 12 32 oz. Whipped Cream Panera Brand 9 15 oz. Whipped Butter Grassland 720 Pats. Half n Half Creamer Prairie Farms 602.372 oz.. Mango Fruit Base Panera Brand 3 61.5 oz. Strawberry Fruit Base Panera Brand 1 61.5 oz. Tropical Green Tea Smoothie Panera Brand 6 61.5. Molded Cantaloupe 4 Whole. Molded Avocado 200 whole. Spring Mix 4 3lb bags. Caramelized Onion Royalty 2.20 lbs. Icing Dawn B4 lbs. Cherry Purée 6 2 lbs.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple cutting boards put away clean with food stain like substance on them.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine in back by prep with pink like mold substance on inside ice shield, also black mold like substance on interior side walls
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout kitchen/prep/dish/on make line, cutting boards with groove markings on them.
Iced tea dispenser/ soda dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Observed mold like substance on soda dispenser around where nozzles are on both systems in drive thru and lobby.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in lobby with food like substance on inside top of microwave.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop sink not stored with mop head up. Also mop in mop bucket not stored properly. Observed operator putting mops in proper manner to adequately dry properly.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels being used for fresh basil. Observed employee removing paper towels and storing correctly.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching glasses and continued to take food with gloved hand without changing gloves. Observed employee washing hands and changing gloves after being coached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda dispensers with black mold like substance behind dispensing handles in drive thru and self serve station in lobby.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit blocked with cardboard. Observed operator removing cardboard and clearing path
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed juice dispensers and soda dispensers with black mold like substance behind dispensing handles in drive thru and self serve station in lobby.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed build up on out side doors of dishwasher
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of 1/3 pans on drying shelf above 3 compartment sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops stored in buckets not hung up to air dry
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back door exit blocked with garbage and boxes.
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