PANERA BREAD BAKERY CAFE #1619
2493 NE 9 CT, Homestead FL 33033 · 305 246 5740
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approx. 10 rodent droppings on the floor by the electrical panel located by the back door near the water heater and mop sink. There is no wall to separate panel area from the preparation area.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023060142 | Oct 20, 2023 | Mar 14, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at washing / prep area.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to drive thru area.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on table next to clean cups and plastic cups. Operator removed the bucket.
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Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed boxes not inverted over ovens at kitchen area. Operator inverted the boxes.
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached employee on proper procedures.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging food preparation wearing jewelry and a watch.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at sandwich assembly area. Also observed at walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at sandwich assembly station.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on reach in cooler drawers at sandwich assembly line.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed by salad station, operator discarded and replaced with a new solution.
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled bake trays stored on rack at baker area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment is keeping egg soufflés by time instead of temperature.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under rack by walk in cooler entrance, employee starts cleaning during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on croutons container, operator stored properly.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on cooked corn container, employee stored r properly during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in units throughout cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled drawers interior at salad station.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clean utensils not inverted on rack next to dishwasher machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind dishwasher machine.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on most of the units at preparation line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under shelves at walk in freezer.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop on granola container, Manager removed scoop from container.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food accumulated on reach in cooler interior at preparation line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed granola container not identified with common name at preparation area, employee labeled during inspection.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on vents at preparation/line area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler/freezer. Also under equipment at preparation area/line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at preparation line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food accumulated on bottom part of drawers at preparation line. Also observed soiled gaskets in all units at preparation area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at preparation line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Boat preparation line area.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee at front counter. Inspector explained to the employee on proper procedures.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean WC bag stored on cart at outside storage, Manager stored properly.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed in walk in cooler.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in cooked rice container at preparation line area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed drawers interior soiled with food debris in all units at preparation line area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 3 WC not stored in bucket at preparation line area.
Oct 21, 2023□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Oct 20, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate16 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approx. 10 rodent droppings on the floor by the electrical panel located by the back door near the water heater and mop sink. There is no wall to separate panel area from the preparation area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bean corn salad (49F - Cold Holding); sliced steak (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to pick up window, as per operator over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean corn salad (49F - Cold Holding); sliced steak (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to pick up window, as per operator over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee cleaning a syrup bottle on hand wash sink located at front counter.Employee was instructed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles in all units at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a pair of shoes stored on top of syrup cases, also observed a personal hat on preparation table, Manager removed items during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in freezer, also under equipment at kitchen area.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice maker. Manager removed scoop at the time of the inspection.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside reach in cooler next to pick up window, Manager discarded during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior in all units in preparation line at kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of Togo boxes stored on floor at the front counter, Manager stored properly during inspection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clean utensils not inverted next to dishwasher area.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut melon container not covered in shelves inside walk in cooler. Manager covered during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed soup bags (frozen) in standing hot water at 3 compartment sink. Manager removed.
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.