Panera Bread in Bradenton

Last inspected:

6351 Manatee Avenue W, Bradenton, FL 34209

Part of: Panera Bread Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Panera Bread #6119 in Bradenton has 10 inspections on record between February 2020 and July 2025, averaging 5.0 violations per inspection — consistent with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has no emergency closures. High-priority violations include employee health policy (2020), proper hand and arm washing (2020, 2022), approved food source (2020), proper cooking temperatures (2020, 2022), shell stock requirements (2021, 2022), food contact surface cleanliness (2020, 2023, 2024), and chemical storage and toxic substance control (2021, 2022, 2025). Fire safety violations for blocked marked exits have been cited three times, most recently in July 2025 with bags of garbage stored in the back kitchen exit. The most recent inspection on July 17, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

10Inspections
50Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Panera Bread in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages

This Facility 5 violations / inspection 5 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg 4.78 violations / inspection 4.78 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Manatee County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Panera Bread in Bradenton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back exit door from storage area blocked by discarded boxes. Operator removed boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed bags with garbage stored in front back exit door. Operator removed the bags to dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back exit door off the kitchen blocked by the trash cart. Manager removed the cart. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Panera Bread in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (10)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Panera Bread in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panera Bread in Bradenton last inspected?
Panera Bread #6119 in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Panera Bread in Bradenton?
The most frequently cited violations at Panera Bread #6119 in Bradenton are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Panera Bread in Bradenton had?
Panera Bread #6119 in Bradenton has had 10 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Panera Bread in Bradenton find?
Panera Bread #6119 in Bradenton was most recently inspected on July 17, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Panera Bread in Bradenton ever been shut down?
No, Panera Bread #6119 in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
Has Panera Bread in Bradenton had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Panera Bread #6119 in Bradenton has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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