Health Inspection Information

The inspection history for the business you selected is displayed below. Each inspection may have zero or more violations. A health inspection report is a "snapshot" of the day and time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment could have more or fewer violations than noted here. Inspections are based on regulations to eliminate risk factors for illness or injury. Every violation is coded indicating the degree of risk in causing an illness or injury.

  • Critical, Major, or Foodborne Illness Risk Factor Violations: These violations are more likely than other violations to contribute to illness or injury. Inspectors work with operators to make sure that these violations are corrected whenever feasible before they leave the establishment. A re-inspection may be scheduled to verify compliance.
  • Non-Critical, Minor or Good Retail Practice Violations: These violations are not directly related to the cause of illness or injury, but if uncorrected, could negatively affect the operation of the facility, such as maintenance and cleanliness.

Please Note: Tri-County converted to a new database in July 2013. Any inspections listed prior to July 2013 only display the date and type of inspection, but not the inspector comments because of the database conversion. For inspection reports prior to July 2013 please submit a written request to EHInspections@tchd.org.
Facility Details
Program Food
Facility Name Panera Bread 2444
Business Name Panera Bread 2444
Address 640 S Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO 80246-1503
Phone 303-656-4800

Inspection Details
04/21/2021 Inspection, Education
08/16/2019 Inspection, Routine
08 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector Comments: 2-301.14 When to Wash (P) - The drive-through kitchen staff was observed taking a drink from their beverage and failed to wash hands before performing other tasks. Corrective action: Inspector discussed required times to wash hands with staff member.
10 - Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector Comments: 6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf) - Paper towels were not provided in the men's bathroom at the time of the inspection. Corrective action: Paper towels were replaced in the bathroom.
44 - Good Retail Practices
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector Comments: 4-901.11 Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required (C) - Containers on the dish storage rack next to the mechanical dish machine were stacked wet and nested. 4-903.11(A) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C) - Clean utensils next to the mechanical dish machine were stored with their food contact surface up and not protected from contamination.
45 - Good Retail Practices
Single-use / single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector Comments: 4-903.11(C) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C) - Single-service items were stored on the floor under the bread slicer in the drive-through hallway preparation area.
53 - Good Retail Practices
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector Comments: 5-501.17 Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered (C) - A sanitary napkin receptacle was not provided for the right stall of the women's restroom.
56 - Good Retail Practices
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector Comments: 6-305.11 Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers (C) - Employee hats were stored on dishes in front of the bread baking ovens. Employee phones were stored on customer sugar packets near the drive-through area register.
09/18/2018 Inspection, Follow-Up
09/04/2018 Inspection, Routine
03e - Critical, Food Borne Illness Risk
Food Temperature Control: Cold hold at 41°f or less
Inspector Comments: Tomatoes, cheese, and lettuce in the reach-in refrigeration unit near the drive thru window measured 45°F. Corrective Action: Foods were relocated to the walk-in refrigerator and the thermostat was adjusted.

Please Note: Tri-County converted to a new database in July 2013. Any inspections listed prior to July 2013 only display the date and type of inspection, but not the inspector comments because of the database conversion. For inspection reports prior to July 2013 please submit a written request to EHInspections@tchd.org.

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