Homestead, Miami-Dade County

PANERA BREAD BAKERY CAFE #1619

2493 NE 9 CT, Homestead, FL 33033

FoodSeating
Latest violations
6
1 High Priority
Jan 13, 2026
City
Homestead
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
14

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jan 13, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

12A-07-5

Detail 24296908

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached employee on proper procedures.

13-07-4

Detail 24296909

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging food preparation wearing jewelry and a watch.

36-01-4

Detail 24296906

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at sandwich assembly area. Also observed at walk in freezer.

22-08-4

Detail 24296911

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at sandwich assembly station.

22-16-4

Detail 24296907

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on reach in cooler drawers at sandwich assembly line.

21-11-4

Detail 24296910

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed by salad station, operator discarded and replaced with a new solution. Corrected On-Site

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 10

22-02-4

Detail 23980821

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled bake trays stored on rack at baker area.

03F-10-5

Detail 23980813

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment is keeping egg soufflés by time instead of temperature.

36-01-4

Detail 23980817

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under rack by walk in cooler entrance, employee starts cleaning during inspection. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 23980814

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on croutons container, operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-06-5

Detail 23980820

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on cooked corn container, employee stored r properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23980815

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in units throughout cook line. Repeat Violation

33-16-4

Detail 23980822

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

22-16-4

Detail 23980818

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled drawers interior at salad station.

25-06-4

Detail 23980819

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clean utensils not inverted on rack next to dishwasher machine.

36-27-5

Detail 23980816

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind dishwasher machine.

Jan 29, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 8Total: 8

16-21-4

Detail 23511470

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

23-24-4

Detail 23511469

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on most of the units at preparation line.

35B-01-4

Detail 23511473

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.

36-01-4

Detail 23511471

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under shelves at walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

33-19-4

Detail 23511475

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

10-01-5

Detail 23511474

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop on granola container, Manager removed scoop from container. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23511468

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food accumulated on reach in cooler interior at preparation line. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 23511472

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed granola container not identified with common name at preparation area, employee labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Aug 26, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 7Total: 7

36-34-5

Detail 23094817

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on vents at preparation/line area.

35B-01-4

Detail 23094812

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.

36-01-4

Detail 23094818

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler/freezer. Also under equipment at preparation area/line. Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 23094814

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at preparation line.

23-03-4

Detail 23094822

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food accumulated on bottom part of drawers at preparation line. Also observed soiled gaskets in all units at preparation area. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 23094825

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at preparation line.

36-27-5

Detail 23094821

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Boat preparation line area.

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

12A-17-4

Detail 22738469

High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee at front counter. Inspector explained to the employee on proper procedures.

22-20-5

Detail 22738464

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation

21-16-4

Detail 22738465

Basic - Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean WC bag stored on cart at outside storage, Manager stored properly. Corrected On-Site

36-01-4

Detail 22738467

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed in walk in cooler.

10-06-5

Detail 22738463

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in cooked rice container at preparation line area. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22738468

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed drawers interior soiled with food debris in all units at preparation line area.

25-06-4

Detail 22738462

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 22738466

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 3 WC not stored in bucket at preparation line area.

Oct 21, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-34-5

Detail 22384097

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-21: Still observed vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance,throughout kitchen area. Time Extended

Oct 20, 2023

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 16Total: 20

35A-04-4

Detail 22383203

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approx. 10 rodent droppings on the floor by the electrical panel located by the back door near the water heater and mop sink. There is no wall to separate panel area from the preparation area. Repeat Violation Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 22383188

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bean corn salad (49F - Cold Holding); sliced steak (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to pick up window, as per operator over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22383186

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean corn salad (49F - Cold Holding); sliced steak (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to pick up window, as per operator over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 22383192

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee cleaning a syrup bottle on hand wash sink located at front counter.Employee was instructed. Warning

22-20-5

Detail 22383185

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning

16-21-4

Detail 22383191

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning

23-24-4

Detail 22383202

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles in all units at kitchen area. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 22383189

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 22383196

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a pair of shoes stored on top of syrup cases, also observed a personal hat on preparation table, Manager removed items during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-01-4

Detail 22383187

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in freezer, also under equipment at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning

33-19-4

Detail 22383198

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Warning

10-12-5

Detail 22383199

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice maker. Manager removed scoop at the time of the inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

38-07-4

Detail 22383193

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning

33-16-4

Detail 22383201

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

12B-13-4

Detail 22383200

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside reach in cooler next to pick up window, Manager discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-16-4

Detail 22383195

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior in all units in preparation line at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning

25-05-4

Detail 22383190

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of Togo boxes stored on floor at the front counter, Manager stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

25-06-4

Detail 22383197

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clean utensils not inverted next to dishwasher area. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 22383184

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut melon container not covered in shelves inside walk in cooler. Manager covered during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

06-01-5

Detail 22383194

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed soup bags (frozen) in standing hot water at 3 compartment sink. Manager removed. Warning

Apr 4, 2023

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-32-5

Detail 21909262

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed one tile ceiling with a hole above three compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: Observed one tile ceiling with a hole above three compartment sink. Time Extended

Apr 3, 2023

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

35A-04-4

Detail 21906860

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approx. 35 rodent droppings inside of the electrical panel located by the back door near the water heater and mop sink. Observed no other evidence of any rodent activity in any of the food prep areas or throughout the establishment. Warning

41-15-5

Detail 21906857

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Acid Lactic 3010 ppm) and the correct concentration is between 704 and 1875 ppm. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 21906861

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a cup with no handle inside of turkey at reach in cooler. Manager removed the little cup. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-32-5

Detail 21906858

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed one tile ceiling with a hole above three compartment sink. Warning

36-01-4

Detail 21906862

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed under shelves at bakery area and under equipments at preparation area. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 21906859

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues at preparation area. Warning

Mar 1, 2023

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

22-02-4

Detail 21822009

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-01: Observed cutting board soiled. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 21822010

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all 3 cutting boards grooved. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-01: Observed all 3 cutting boards grooved. Time Extended

29-49-6

Detail 21822007

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of two reach-in-cooler preparation area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-01: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler preparation area. Time Extended

45-02-4

Detail 21822008
  • From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-01: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Time Extended

Feb 28, 2023

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 11

03A-02-5

Detail 21818945

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sausage (50°F - Cold Holding); Precooked Chicken (51°F - Cold Holding) at drawer reach in cooler preparation area. As per the manager for less than two hours. And Hard boiled eggs (48F - Cold Holding); Roasted turkey (47F - Cooling); Steak (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per the manager for less than one hour. Manager discarded the products (chicken, turkey and steak) and moved the eggs to the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-02-4

Detail 21818948

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 21818941

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed onion residual inside of hand wash sink at preparation area. Operator cleaned the hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-34-5

Detail 21818944

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents at ware washing area. Warning

14-09-4

Detail 21818942

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all 3 cutting boards grooved. Warning

10-17-4

Detail 21818947

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knife stored between preparation table and equipment. Operator removed the knife and sent it to the three compartment sink to be cleaned and sanitized. Corrective Action Taken Warning

10-01-5

Detail 21818940

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle touching the cheese at reach in cooler preparation area. Operator removed the handle from the cheese. Corrected On-Site Warning

05-09-4

Detail 21818950

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at preparation area. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 21818951

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed two reach in coolers interior soiled. Warning

29-49-6

Detail 21818949

Basic - Standing water in bottom of two reach-in-cooler preparation area. Warning

06-01-5

Detail 21818946

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawed at preparation sink under water at 79°F. Employee moved items to walk-in freezer for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Warning

45-02-4

Detail 21818943

Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.

Sep 2, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 7Total: 12

22-41-4

Detail 21329090

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at 0ppm. Giving instructions to manager to set up 3 compartment sink until dishwasher machine is fixed.

03A-02-5

Detail 21329083

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken salad (49F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (49F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked sliced chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Manager moved to walk in cooler.

22-02-4

Detail 21329091

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled brown cutting boards in preparation area.

31A-09-4

Detail 21329082

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking hand wash sink in preparation line. Employee moved during inspection. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 21329088

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing a scoop in hand wash sink at the front counter.

16-03-4

Detail 21329081

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.

23-24-4

Detail 21329084

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in units throughout kitchen.

13-03-4

Detail 21329085

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employee in preparation area.

14-11-5

Detail 21329086

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair, not closing properly.

14-69-4

Detail 21329080

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

22-16-4

Detail 21329089

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in interior of all reach in cooler units in preparation line.

25-06-4

Detail 21329087

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clean utensils stored not inverted in rack next to dishwasher machine.

Feb 1, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 7Total: 10

22-45-4

Detail 20827017

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing blender in prep sink on prep line.

31A-09-4

Detail 20827018

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink next to three compartment sink blocked by cart. Cart was removed. Corrected On-Site

53A-14-4

Detail 20827025

Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager not able to answer question on how to calibrate a probe thermometer. Manager was coached on how to calibrate a probe thermometer.

23-24-4

Detail 20827023

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 20827022

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

36-73-4

Detail 20827020

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor in walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 20827024

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a case of soup on freezer floor.

14-69-4

Detail 20827021

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer.

33-16-4

Detail 20827026

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation

25-06-4

Detail 20827019

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters exposed not protected facing up.

Aug 2, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 8Total: 8

16-21-4

Detail 20391701

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled top of dishwasher.

23-24-4

Detail 20391703

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled microwave handle. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 20391699

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor in walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

33-19-4

Detail 20391697

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

31B-04-4

Detail 20391698

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign on hand wash sink by window.

23-03-4

Detail 20391704

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan cover in walk in cooler.

33-16-4

Detail 20391702

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Lid was closed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

29-49-6

Detail 20391700

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water by oven station. Repeat Violation