PANERA BREAD BAKERY CAFE # 4735
4931 SHERIDAN ST, Hollywood FL 33021 · 954.582.1625
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches inside of proofer box next to oven in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026013968 | Jan 5, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2024031138 | May 9, 2024 | Jun 19, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 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
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine soiled with debris from overhead vent.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Loose plastic lids on floor under paper goods shelf in backplate storage area.
Jan 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches inside of proofer box next to oven in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
Spray bottle containing toxic substance improperly labeled. Spray bottle containing blue substance labeled as water. Operator discarded
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach inside of proofer box next to oven in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Observed on shelving above prep area
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at sandwich cook line flip top cooler
Aug 1, 2025Inspection 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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Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. Employee started to clean and sanitize at time of inspection
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed on shelf holding microwaves above above salad station Employee started to clean and sanitize at time of inspection
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. heated egg (112F - Hot Holding); heated egg whites (122F - Hot Holding) being held in steam table for 40 minutes. Operator discarded and turned up steam table
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Area around soda nozzles at self service drink station soiled
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Sink and surface test kit provided three compartment sink. Operator unable to provide chlorine test kit for dish machine at time of inspection
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at front side cook line flip top cooler
Oct 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Compartment next to Soup Station- Butter (50F - Cold Holding); Plain Cream Cheese (54F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed container stored on top of ice. Manager moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Ceiling tiles soiled with mold-like substance. 2 Ceiling tiles in dining room.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Large container under prep table across from triple sink not properly air dry. Manager removed and cleaned during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris. Cleaned during inspection.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket next to mop sink. Manager stored upside down during inspection.
May 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler next to soups: shredded cheese. (46F - Cold Holding). In unit less than 4 hours. Observed low ice levels at station. Operator refilled ice. Foods not prepared or portioned today.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand washing across coffee station. Operator replaced roll.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed ice in machine not protected from contamination. Lid broken unable to cover.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled eggs cold held at 45F. Per operator, eggs transfer from walk-in cooler to reach in cooler 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on eggs for quick chill.. Observed cream cheese cold held at 44F in reach in cooler at front line. Operator transfer to walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases with food items stored on walk-in freezer floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with accumulation of old food residue.
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.