PANERA BREAD STORE 2786
2894 SW TOWN CENTER, Palm City FL 34990 · 772-403-2080
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. True Lowboy-; Cut Mellon (47-48F); Milk (47F); Cream Cheese (47F); Butter (47F). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025081962 | Sep 29, 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At prep area handwashing sink - utensils stored in sink - operator removed.
Sep 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee picked deli paper of the floor and proceeded to handle clean utensil and to go container to serve customer cooked food without first washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front Counter True Lowboy- Cut Mellon (47-48F); Milk (47F); Cream Cheese (47F); Butter (47F). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. True Lowboy-; Cut Mellon (47-48F); Milk (47F); Cream Cheese (47F); Butter (47F). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to Baker's Station. Manager replaced during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on table next to dishwashing machine. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of Sea Salt and Powdered Sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled during inspection.
Jun 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at middle hand wash sink in back area. Operator provided paper towels.
Jun 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and then handled clean utensils, equipment and uwrapped single service articles to prepare drinks and package food for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Slide top cooler against wall; cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, overfilled in pan, held overnight inside cooler. At Walk-in cooler next to proofer; spinach soufflé mix w/ pasteurized eggs (46F - Cold Holding); cheese soufflé mix with pasteurized eggs (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held in cooler overnight. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Slide top cooler against wall; cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, overfilled in pan, held overnight inside cooler. At Walk-in cooler next to proofer; spinach soufflé mix w/ pasteurized eggs (46F - Cold Holding); cheese soufflé mix with pasteurized eggs (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held in cooler overnight. See Stop Sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at middle hand wash sink in back area. Operator provided paper towels.
Dec 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2024Inspection 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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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans mandarin oranges dented to seam of can and with raised edges around area of denting. Operator removed from circulation.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. sliced tomatoes (56F - Cooling) at 9:43 since 8:51 - 56F at 10:01 Observed in walk in cooler in containers with tight fitting lids. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Operator offset lids to allow for proper cooling.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Obsessed Chemical spray bottle not labeled at triple sink area. Per operator, chemical type undetermined. Operator disposed of chemical properly.
Stored food not covered. Stored bread not covered in bakery area. Operator covered properly.
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink near bread slicer. Not operable at time of inspection due to dead batteries. Operator changed batteries.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No procedure available at time of inspection. Time control procedure sent to operator.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At walk in freezer on fan unit and floor under fan unit.
Dec 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee leave prep station with gloves on, go into the walk in cooler to get product and began to prep product without changing gloves. Advised employee of proper glove change procedure. Employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked rice sets (49F - Cooling) at 9:40 since 9:00 - 49F 10:05 Observed at walk in cooler in covered plastic containers. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Operator removed lids from containers.
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