Panda Express in Panama City Beach
Last inspected:
15485 Panama City Beach Parkway, Panama City Beach, FL 32413Part of: Panda Express Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach has accumulated 55 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 2 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but faces fire safety concerns, including a blocked exit near bathrooms cited in 2025 and portable fire extinguishers in the red zone documented in 2019. Recent inspections in March 2026 show escalating enforcement: an administrative complaint was recommended after finding high-priority violations, followed by compliance callbacks the same day.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Panda Express in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages
This Facility
2
violations / inspection
2 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg
3.13
violations / inspection
3.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Bay County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Panda Express in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2026018803 | $200.00 | Mar 11, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale |
Panda Express in Panama City Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit near bathrooms blocked by caution cones, up able to be used, per manager there is a problem with the hinges.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Hood filters missing. For reporting purposes only.
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-22: Fire extinguisher remains in the red.
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By three compartment sink.
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.
Panda Express in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 6 inspections10 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Panda Express in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Panda Express in Panama City Beach last inspected?
- Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Panda Express in Panama City Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach are: Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory, Proper cooling equipment.
- How many health inspections has Panda Express in Panama City Beach had?
- Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Panda Express in Panama City Beach find?
- Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on July 17, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Panda Express in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- What does Florida violation V45 (Floor maintenance) mean?
- Violation 45 (Floor maintenance) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/45.
- Has Panda Express in Panama City Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Panda Express in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Panda Express in Panama City Beach been fined?
- Panda Express #2389 in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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