Panera Bread Health Inspection Grade
Bakery Products/desserts · 50-05 Metropolitan Avenue, Queens, NY 11385
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
4
Last inspection
January 23, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 4
Panera Bread currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 23, 2026 found 2 violations, for a total score of 4 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
January 23, 2026
- Date
- January 23, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 4
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 23, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Panera Bread has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and July 2024. Its latest score was 4, lower than its July 2024 score of 6.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Panera Bread's latest score: 4
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panera Bread's current NYC health grade?
Panera Bread currently has a A grade.
When was Panera Bread last inspected?
Panera Bread was last inspected on January 23, 2026.
What was Panera Bread's latest inspection score?
Panera Bread's latest inspection score was 4 points.
How many violations did Panera Bread have in its latest inspection?
Panera Bread had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Panera Bread located?
Panera Bread is located at 50-05 Metropolitan Avenue in Queens, NY 11385.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50133227
Last updated: July 3, 2026