Panera Bread Health Inspection Grade
American · 254-41 Horace Harding Expressway, Queens, NY 11362
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
May 30, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 3
Panera Bread currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 30, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 30, 2025
- Date
- May 30, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / 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: May 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its March 2024 score of 8.
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: 13
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 May 30, 2025.
What was Panera Bread's latest inspection score?
Panera Bread's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Panera Bread have in its latest inspection?
Panera Bread had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Panera Bread located?
Panera Bread is located at 254-41 Horace Harding Expressway in Queens, NY 11362.
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: 41320925
Last updated: June 26, 2026