Panera Bread Health Inspection Grade
Soups/salads/sandwiches · 270-05 76th Avenue, Queens, NY 11004
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
March 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
11 / 0
Panera Bread currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 9, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Latest Inspection Details
March 9, 2026
- Date
- March 9, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 11
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 21, 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: March 2026 and November 2024. Its latest score was 11, lower than its November 2024 score of 12.
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: 11
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 March 9, 2026.
What was Panera Bread's latest inspection score?
Panera Bread's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Panera Bread have in its latest inspection?
Panera Bread had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Panera Bread located?
Panera Bread is located at 270-05 76th Avenue in Queens, NY 11004.
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: 50136467
Last updated: July 3, 2026