Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee

1410 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32304

Overview

Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee has logged 24 inspections over the available record with 40 total violations, averaging 1.7 violations per inspection — well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. High-priority violations have centered on employee health reporting and approved food source issues, with employee health reporting violations appearing in at least 4 inspections between 2024 and 2026. Fire safety violations for portable fire extinguisher maintenance were documented in 2016 and 2021. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied with no violations cited, following a Warning Issued disposition on January 14, 2026 for six violations including employee health reporting and approved food source issues.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
40Violations
0Closures
5Fire

Last inspected DBPR: February 18, 2026

Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages

This Facility 1.7 violations / inspection 1.7 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg 3.44 violations / inspection 3.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Leon County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. K class in recharge.
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 · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only: per Manager the extinguisher will be serviced when the hood system is. **Repeat Violation**
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: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. On cookline near handwash sink. Upon callback observed fire extinguisher gauge in red zone.
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

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. On cookline near handwash 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.

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher near cook line.
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 #1873 in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
— 5 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source
V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections5 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee last inspected?
Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee?
The most frequently cited violations at Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee are: Outer openings protected, Employee health reporting, Approved food source.
How many health inspections has Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee had?
Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee find?
Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
No, Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Panda Express #1873 in Tallahassee has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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