PASS
Risk 1 (High)
PANERA BREAD #987 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 14, 2025
Complaint
License #1768213
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. FOUND FOOD SPLATTERS AND OTHER DEBRIS ON THE WALLS IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA AND THE FRONT SANDWICH/SOUP PREP AREA. FOUND HEAVY DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE DISH AND PREP AREAS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. FOUND FOOD SPLATTERS AND OTHER DEBRIS ON THE WALLS IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA AND THE FRONT SANDWICH/SOUP PREP AREA. FOUND HEAVY DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE DISH AND PREP AREAS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection