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NamePANERA BREAD A CONCOURSE
Address5501 JOSH BIRMINGHAM PY
A21
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 11/7/2024
Final Score @ Grade
98 A
General CommentsTPHC Policy confirmed for Coffee Creamers and Breakfast Items Sopprassata Salami is date marked for 14 days Self Service items include a corporate address and “Pecans” instead of “Tree Nuts”

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
38 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several fruit flies in the downstairs prep kitchen.
39 0 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display No No No 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of food stored underneath a leaking compressor in the walk-in freezer.
40 1 Personal cleanliness No Yes No REPEAT 2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed two employees preparing food with bracelets and watches on. 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed one employee preparing food without a hair restraint.
42 0 Washing fruits & vegetables No No No 3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed avocados in the prep cooler with sticklers still attached.
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored No No No 3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed a cup without a handle stored in the ice machine.