Panera Bread
PASSMonday, October 6, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Mise dropping observed under the white undercounter cabinet area/ clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Front line behing the counter clean under the cabinet and the floor to remove debris. kitchen/clean floor area under around and behind all shelving clean reach in units to remove debris kitchen/clean walls to remove dust and debris . 2 door fridge in the kitchen clean to remove debris and organize.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement store area is cluttered with empty bottles inside the clear plastic bags. Discard unused items and organize products so effective cleaning can be done.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.