Panda Express in Palm Bay
Last inspected:
1104 Se Malabar Rd, Palm Bay, FL 32909Part of: Panda Express Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay has received 13 inspections since 2020, accumulating 68 violations at an average of 5.2 per inspection, matching the Florida statewide average. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have included proper hand washing and toxic substance control, appearing repeatedly across inspections in 2020, 2021, 2023, and most recently October 2025. Chemical storage violations, specifically improper storage of toxic substances, were cited in at least five inspections spanning 2020 through 2025, indicating a recurring management gap. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025 identified 16 violations, including five high-priority findings for hand washing, toxic substance control, consumer advisory, time as control, and food contact surfaces, but was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Panda Express in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Panda Express in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018019430 | $160.00 | Feb 26, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Panda Express in Palm Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 2 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Panda Express in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Panda Express in Palm Bay last inspected?
- Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Panda Express in Palm Bay?
- The most frequently cited violations at Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay are: Outer openings protected, Toxic substance control, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Panda Express in Palm Bay had?
- Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Panda Express in Palm Bay find?
- Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay was most recently inspected on October 22, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Panda Express in Palm Bay ever been shut down?
- No, Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Panda Express in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Panda Express in Palm Bay been fined?
- Panda Express #1538 in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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.
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