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Excellent Health Score
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PANERA BREAD in PUNTA GORDA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 98 out of 100 — an A grade for consistent compliance with state food-safety standards. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on January 22, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 5 total violations — 2 major, 3 minor.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on January 22, 2026 shows 1 observation row, all minor, which is usually a better sign than repeat high-priority findings.
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Inspection History
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Inspector notes are being added across all restaurants. Some inspections may only show violation codes until notes are available.
- Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
- [24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet multiple containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf above 3 compartment sink.
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