Panera Bread in Clermont
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2260 E Hwy 50, Clermont, FL 34711Part of: Panera Bread Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont operates under Risk Level 2 classification with a seating capacity of 140. Across 24 inspections dating back to 2022, the facility has accumulated 167 violations, averaging 6.96 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $400.
High-priority violations have been documented in 14 of the most recent 8 inspections. Chemical storage violations, specifically improper storage of toxic substances and chemicals, appear in nearly every inspection record. Food contact surface violations were cited in at least 5 inspections between 2022 and 2026. Consumer advisory violations (likely related to allergen disclosure) were documented in 5 consecutive inspections from 2023 to 2026. Employee health policy and reporting violations were cited in at least 4 inspections. Proper cooking temperatures and food condition violations appear recurrently. The facility demonstrates a pattern of repeated violations across multiple food safety categories rather than isolated incidents. All recent inspection dispositions show "Inspection Completed - No Further Action," indicating the facility remained operational without formal escalation despite the high violation rate. The most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 documented 18 violations including high-priority findings in employee health policy, toxic substance control, chemical storage, and food contact surfaces.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Panera Bread in Clermont: Comparison to Lake County Averages
Panera Bread in Clermont: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018055232 | $200.00 | Aug 29, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2016044066 | $200.00 | Jul 15, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Panera Bread in Clermont: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Panera Bread in Clermont: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Panera Bread in Clermont last inspected?
- Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Panera Bread in Clermont?
- The most frequently cited violations at Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont are: Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Panera Bread in Clermont had?
- Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Panera Bread in Clermont find?
- Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Panera Bread in Clermont ever been shut down?
- No, Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Panera Bread in Clermont faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Panera Bread in Clermont been fined?
- Panera Bread #3354 in Clermont has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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