McKinney, TX

Panera Bread

Name: Panera Bread
Address: 3755 W University Dr, McKinney, TX

3755 W University Dr

Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

1 - Routine

Jul 13, 2026

2 demerits

Official score: 2 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode environmental_contaminationContamination

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Environmental Contamination (1 demerit)

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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notedCode nonfood_surfaces_cleanCleaning and sanitizing

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Nonfood Surfaces Clean (1 demerit)

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Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Jan 20, 2026

3 demerits

Official score: 3 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode environmental_contaminationContamination

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Environmental Contamination (1 demerit)

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More about food not protected from contamination

notedCode utensils_and_linensEquipment and utensils

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Utensils And Linens (1 demerit)

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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

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notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

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Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

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Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Jan 20, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Jul 7, 2025

4 demerits

Official score: 4 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode food_surfaces_returnablesOther

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Food Surfaces Returnables (3 demerits)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

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Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Jul 7, 2025 · Original Source