PANERA BREAD #6008
6901 DANIELS PKWY, Ft. Myers FL 33912 · 239.340.7983
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 38 points better than where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Main sandwich station reach-in cooler: cooked onions (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (45F - Cold Holding); soft salami (49F - Cold Holding) for 5 hours per operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024060160 | Aug 28, 2024 | Nov 14, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink in back food prep area blocked by cart. Operator removed cart.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed togo bags of food stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator placed bags off of floor on to shelving.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. On front counter, cookies and scones packed for customer self service not properly labeled. Educated operator on proper labeling requirements.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers.
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Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons, forks, and knives at soup station.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm) after running, sanitizer bucket was replaced, machine primed, and dishes resanitized at 50ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter added, missing one vacuum breaker.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. On front counter, cookies and scones packed for customer self service not properly labeled.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Far end cook line handwash sink blocked by bread rack. Operator cleared the sink for proper use.
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting in dishwashing area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. On front counter by register, observed bagged scone and cookies packaged on site, missing proper label.
Aug 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), sanitizer chemical bucket is empty. Operator replaced the chemicals and primed the machine, 50ppm chlorine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Back wall flip top reach-in cooler on cook line: soft salami (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); provolone (46F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (46F - Cold Holding) for 3 hours 30 minutes per operator. Operator iced down all foods for quick cooling. Operator states a work order has been submitted. Discussed with operator using ice daily to help ensure proper cold holding.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the chute of the ice machine for customer self service.
Bread paddle stored on soiled surface between uses, on top of bread oven.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed bagged cookies prepared on site for customer self service by front registers.
Apr 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Scones and cookies packed for customer self service at front counter not labeled.
Apr 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) after running three times. Operator set up manual sanitation in triple sink, Sink and Surface cleaner sanitizer - 500 ppm DDBSA and 1200 ppm lactic acid.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At dishwashing area, observed employee wash dirty dishes, handle clean dishes, no handwash. Discussed with operator proper handwashing techniques.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Main sandwich station reach-in cooler: cooked onions (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (45F - Cold Holding); soft salami (49F - Cold Holding) for 5 hours per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Main sandwich station reach-in cooler: cooked onions (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (45F - Cold Holding); soft salami (49F - Cold Holding) for 5 hours per operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. On cook line far end and in dishwashing area, with carts. Operator cleared the sinks for use.
Incomplete written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Time markings in written plan inconsistent, some foods not indicated in plan and are being held using time.
Food stored on floor. In right end of kitchen walk-in cooler, bags of packaged catering food orders stored on floor. Operator moved onto cart.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Scones and cookies packed for customer self service at front counter not labeled.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bread rack blocking handwash sink at entrance to cook line left side. Operator moved the cart.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator unable to locate written procedures at time of inspection. Provided operator with time as a public health control form.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Paddles stored on soiled surface on top of unused bread over far right side of main kitchen.
Open shared dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid.
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