Panda Express in Sanford
Last inspected:
1460 Rinehart Rd, Sanford, FL 32771Part of: Panda Express Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Panda Express #1177 in Sanford averaged 3.4 violations per inspection across 23 inspections from 2022 to January 2026, performing well below Florida's statewide average of 5.2 violations per inspection. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Recurring violations included chemical storage issues cited in at least 4 inspections, hand washing violations appearing in multiple inspections, and allergen awareness violations documented in recent inspections. Fire safety violations were documented twice, in July 2024 and July 2022, both involving marked exits blocked by trash and boxes. The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 resulted in Inspection Completed - No Further Action with 6 violations noted.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Panda Express in Sanford: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
Panda Express in Sanford: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Panda Express in Sanford: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Panda Express in Sanford: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Panda Express in Sanford last inspected?
- Panda Express #1177 in Sanford was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Panda Express in Sanford?
- The most frequently cited violations at Panda Express #1177 in Sanford are: Proper cooling equipment, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Panda Express in Sanford had?
- Panda Express #1177 in Sanford has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Panda Express in Sanford find?
- Panda Express #1177 in Sanford was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Panda Express in Sanford ever been shut down?
- No, Panda Express #1177 in Sanford has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Panda Express in Sanford had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Panda Express #1177 in Sanford has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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