Gulf Gate, Sarasota County

PANERA BREAD #6228

6589 S TAMIAMI TRL, Gulf Gate, FL 34231

FoodSeating
Latest violations
7
1 High Priority
Dec 19, 2025
City
Gulf Gate
County
Sarasota
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
16

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.

Dec 19, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 7

01B-01-4

Detail 24263808

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 5 dented cans of mandarin oranges. The operator segregated the cans for return. Corrected On-Site

31B-05-4

Detail 24263809

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at the hand sink near the front counter.

23-24-4

Detail 24263804

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.

50-09-4

Detail 24263810

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

40-06-5

Detail 24263807

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a shelf above a food preparation table in the prep area. The operator properly stored the cell phone. Corrected On-Site

10-17-4

Detail 24263806

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment at the sandwich make table. The operator removed the knives for cleaning. Corrected On-Site

42-01-4

Detail 24263805

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop sink. The operator properly stored the wet mop head. Corrected On-Site

Jul 10, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

03A-02-5

Detail 23861979

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter packets (50F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 3 hours. Half of the contents were emptied and moved to a reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

31B-02-4

Detail 23861976

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand sinks near the mop sink and behind the front counter. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sinks. Corrected On-Site

50-09-4

Detail 23861980

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2024. Repeat Violation

13-07-4

Detail 23861977

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaged in food preparation wearing watches. The employees removed the watches. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 23861978

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of bread stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.

Jan 9, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

31B-05-4

Detail 23462292

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near the front counter. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 23462294

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2024.

10-17-4

Detail 23462295

Basic - In-use bread knife stored in cracks between pieces of equipment in the reach in cooler on the front line. The operator properly stored the knife. Corrected On-Site

10-06-5

Detail 23462293

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle used for chicken not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Aug 19, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 9, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 4

22-41-4

Detail 23051793

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 the chlorine sanitizer for the dishmachine at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for ware washing. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23051794

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (47F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler near the entrance to the kitchen. The operator was unable to determine the length of time the foods have been out of temperature. The operator discarded the above foods. Corrected On-Site

31B-05-4

Detail 23051792

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near the dry storage area. The operator fixed the paper towel dispenser. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-06-5

Detail 23051795

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle used for chicken not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle. Corrected On-Site

Jan 16, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

27-02-4

Detail 22563333

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 22563332

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed a black mold like substance on the wall behind the dish machine and three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: Time Extended

Jan 12, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 5

12A-16-4

Detail 22560914

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed an employee begin work after returning from outside then handle a clean single-service cup. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.

27-20-4

Detail 22560916

High Priority - Frog, lizard or other insect found in chlorinator tank or water softener container which cross contaminates the water supply. Observed approximately 12 ants inside the water softener container located outside of the establishment. Warning

31B-05-4

Detail 22560915

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in the prep area. Repeat Violation

27-02-4

Detail 22560913

Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.

36-27-5

Detail 22560917

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed a black mold like substance on the wall behind the dish machine and three compartment sink.

Aug 25, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

31B-05-4

Detail 22233266

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at the handwashing sink in the dish area.

13-07-4

Detail 22233268

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaging in food preparation wearing a wrist watch. The employee removed the watch. Corrected On-Site

10-12-5

Detail 22233265

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop for the ice machine stored unprotected on top of the ice machine. The operator properly stored the ice scoop. Corrected On-Site

10-17-4

Detail 22233267

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored between metal containers and the interior wall of the reach in cooler at the sandwich station. The operator removed the knife for proper sanitization. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

May 2, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

29-42-4

Detail 21968078

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker on the splitter at the mop sink.

10-17-4

Detail 21968079

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored between metal containers and the interior wall of the reach in cooler at the sandwich station. Operator properly stored the knife. Corrected On-Site

10-06-5

Detail 21968077

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle not stored above cooked chicken at the sandwich station reach in cooler. Operator removed the scoop and replaced with a clean scoop above the chicken. Corrected On-Site

10-03-4

Detail 21968076

Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed insufficient dipperwell water velocity at the front counter coffee station. Operator increased the water velocity. Corrected On-Site

Oct 12, 2022

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

31A-09-4

Detail 21478569

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ladders moved away from hand wash sink Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 21478571

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter

10-20-4

Detail 21478570

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator moved tongs from possible contamination area Corrected On-Site

Aug 30, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 6Total: 8

12A-07-5

Detail 21319803

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not washing hands before putting on new gloves. Educated operator on proper hand washing protocol. Corrective Action Taken

01B-14-4

Detail 21319799

High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed two cracked shell eggs in same container as whole shell eggs in reach in cooler on service line. Operator discarded eggs. Corrective Action Taken

16-03-4

Detail 21319800

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed scale build up on interior of dish machine. Operator stated a work order has been placed to resolve issue. Corrective Action Taken

40-06-5

Detail 21319804

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on shelf above reach in cooler on service line. Operator removed phone and stored in proper area. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 21319801

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator properly stored food product. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 21319806

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer. Operator stated a work order has been placed to resolve issue. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21319802

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of debris behind soda nozzles at self service soda machine.

25-06-4

Detail 21319805

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single use to go cups not inverted in prep area of kitchen. Operator properly stored single use items. Corrected On-Site

Jun 23, 2022

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 3Total: 3

36-32-5

Detail 21152634

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-23: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 21152635

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in dishwashing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-23: Time Extended

38-01-4

Detail 21152636

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light bulbs out in preparation area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-23: Time Extended

Apr 20, 2022

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

12A-28-4

Detail 21025702

High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator adjust pants and shirt then engaged in food preparation. Educated operator on proper hand washing and not touching cloths than engaging in food preparation. Corrective Action Taken Warning

36-32-5

Detail 21025705

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 21025703

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

38-01-4

Detail 21025704

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light bulbs out in preparation area. Warning

Apr 27, 2022

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 6Total: 6

36-32-5

Detail 21044012

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage room.

36-34-5

Detail 21044011

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat Violation

14-11-4

Detail 21044013

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler door off on hinges across from steam table.

36-17-5

Detail 21044014

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21044016

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

25-27-4

Detail 21044015

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws in pick-up counter not wrapped or in a approved dispenser.

Dec 16, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

22-02-4

Detail 20744444

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black like substance around soda nozzles at self serve dispenser. Repeat Violation

16-21-4

Detail 20744440

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish soiled Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 20744443

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled in prep and on cook line. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 20744441

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed build up of food debris and grease under dish area and 3 compartment sink. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 20744442

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry. Operator inverted mops. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Jul 12, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 10

22-02-4

Detail 20332529

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black like substance around soda nozzles. Repeat Violation

16-21-4

Detail 20332534

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

36-34-5

Detail 20332536

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles over exposed bakery items with dust. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 20332527

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food like build up on floor under dishmachine/ 3 compartment sink.

36-24-5

Detail 20332530

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed an approximately 6 inch hole in wall over bread proofing area.

14-69-4

Detail 20332535

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

23-03-4

Detail 20332532

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in and reach in cooler gasket with black like build up. Repeat Violation

24-18-4

Detail 20332533

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons and knives stored food contact surface up. Operator moved to proper storage.

42-01-4

Detail 20332531

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator inverted mop for storage. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 20332528

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator moved to sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site