PANERA BREAD #3354
2260 E HWY 50, Clermont FL 34711 · 352-243-4290
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
JAN 24
JUL 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found -1 flying insects on front line
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018055232 | Aug 29, 2018 | Nov 28, 2018 | $200 |
| 4--2016044066 | Jul 15, 2016 | Oct 27, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee on front line rubbed off dry erase board with gloves on then put bacon on sandwich. Educated operator and employee, employee washed hands and changed gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of can opener has residue buildup
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -soufflés in bakery, creamers and butter in dining area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -ladles and scoops in dish area
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -employees prepping food are wearing watches
Equipment in poor repair. -brown cutting boards on front line are chipped -corner of counter leading in to kitchen is chipped
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of reach in freezers on back line where door meets freezer. -top of toaster on cook line -bakery speed racks are heavily encrusted
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. -hand wash sinks on line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -containers of powdered sugar and salt on back line, operator labeled.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found -1 flying insects on front line
Vacuum breaker at incorrect location on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -by soda station on front line.
Equipment in poor repair. -brown cutting boards on line are chipped -microwaves on cook line interior upper panel are in disrepair
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -side door and front door
Ice buildup on the floor and fans in walk-in freezer.
Interior of microwave at beverage station in lobby has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets and sides of walk in coolers and walk in freezer -top exterior of turbo chef ovens on line
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -above turbo chef ovens on line
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -dump sink by coffee station
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding), held less than four hours per operator. Operator moved to walk in cooler for rapid chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose Bibb.Mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -baking pans encrusted in kitchen -white cutting board in bakery -knife holder on prep line
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling tile soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -purse on prep table by bread.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -employee wearing watch and bracelet cutting bread. Educated operator, employee removed items.
Equipment in poor repair. -brown cutting boards on prep table are chipped
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -front door.
Hole in or other damage to wall and ceiling near mop sink.
Interior of microwave and turbo chef has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on walk in cooler -interior door of walk in freezer door -caulking by triple sink and dish machine
Single-service articles improperly stored. -single service knives by bakery and prep line
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -on back line
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -on front line by soda station
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -over hot water tanks.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -front and side door. Work order in.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Romaine lettuce 45 f,spring mix,46 f held less than four hours transferred to walk in freezer for a quick chill.Afterwards,romaine lettuce,40 f,spring mix,39 f.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards are stained. Interior of spray hose is soiled. Ice nozzle is soiled.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Brown cutting board are grooved and chipped on the edge.
Employee personal items stored on a food rack in kitchen.Jacket.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Watch.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed a copy to operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side and front of walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors. Caulking by dishwashing area has a build up of black like substance. Exterior of ice machine door is soiled. Top of dishmachine is soiled. Exterior of baking pans are encrusted.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of front door.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Spaces in ceiling throughout the establishment.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per operator more than 4 hours see stop sale blue cheese (48F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator more than 4 hours see stop sale blue cheese (48F - Cold Holding) Per operator less than 4 hours boiled eggs (48F - Cold Holding) removed to quick chill immediately
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket stored next to food items on bottom shelf at prep table. Operator moved sanitizer bucket.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at drink station in dining area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located in kitchen
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near vacuum plug
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris located near knife rack
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets walk in cooler soiled Exterior ice machine soiled Under side of frothier soiled Shelves of bakery speed rack soiled. Hood in bakery soiled Exterior of dish washer soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning stored over 3 compartment sink
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer buckets stored next to clean inserts, can opener and shaved almonds under prep table across from 3 compartment sink
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over prepped cut celery in walk in cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.