Parking is tough for this location, especially on a Friday night, and especially considering the collection of other restaurants crammed in around it. However, if you're willing to walk a bit, you should be able to find something reasonably close in one of the lots or garages in the vicinity. The food is fresh and tasty, as with most Paneras, and there was plenty of seating, despite a couple of larger parties having dinner there. Flow is to the left as you enter the front door: pastries and breads, registers, pickup counter, and then the drinks, with the restrooms further down a short hallway.
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Cindy K.
Conveniently located by the Carmike theatre, Panera Bread is a great place to have a nice sandwich or salad. They have outdoor seating so you can enjoy the fresh air. Parking is convenient. The staff has always been friendly and has always checked to see if I have their rewards card so any discounts will be applied to my order. The menu changes occasionally to keep it fresh but I can't resist not ordering the Fuji Apple chicken salad. The flavors wet my appetite. Being so close to the movie theatre we can grab tickets and then come by for a healthy meal and not have to wait. This helps when you want to buy the $20 bucket of popcorn.
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Stannon B.
Overall, the chain has good service and great food for a low price. Keep an eye on the salads, however, as the dressings can be a bit laden with calories and fat. There are some off menu items that you can find if you look online or simply ask at the counter. The Breakfast Power Sandwich is one of my new favorites.
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Kylea C.
I love this location. The food is always delicious (duh) and the employees are friendly. I work down the street so I like to order online during my lunch break and then run in to pick it up real quickly from their rapid pick up shelf. It seems to be the fastest and easiest way to a good meal because it's paid for already and you don't have to wait in line at all. Oh, and the Mac n cheese is heavenly.
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Susan C.
Came here tonight for a quick and easy supper. The woman taking orders has no idea about the menu or how to operate the machine. It literally took 10 minutes for 5 of us to order. And they're out of several key menu items, like bread bowls (for soup) and Mac & cheese. Very disappointed.
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John S.
Panera is one of if not my favorite chain for fresh food. Today was a stop to take advantage of the Tuesday bagel special. Baker's dozen for 6.99 and they even will package for freshness to last. I regularly stop by here for breakfast and lunch. I've never had any issues at this location and food is always fresh and great taste.
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Lauren N.
Panera is one of my favorites for breakfast. Wide varieties of food and great coffee options. Their salads and paninis are fresh and taste great. I'd stay away from the pastas. Anytime I've had them they taste like a frozen dinner. This location is clean and the service is always good!
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Casey S.
Have gone to this location several times and am always impressed. The staff is always polite and welcoming even when it is a busy weekday lunch hour. The bakery area is always well stocked. Some favorites of Panera in general include: black bean soup, vegetable soup with pesto, Asian chicken salad, Thai chicken salad, tuna salad sandwich, Cuban panini, Napa almond chicken salad sandwich. I recently tried a soba noodle bowl with chicken and it was yummy. Perfect size with a side of baguette. And I absolutely love the strawberry poppyseed chicken salad. Wish it was around all year!! Losing one star because of cleanliness - always seems to be a lot of crumbs on the floor!
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Louay B.
It's your typical penara bread restaurant with a variety of hot and cold sandwiches, soups, and salads. The tea selection is excellent and the have your typical coffee shop drinks. I would usually give a place like this 3 stars, but they have free wifi and plenty of tables to get work done on. If you are looking for a place to study or get some work done over the Internet, I highly recommend this place.
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Gigi D.
So it's a chain. Get over it. For quick simple salads and paninis, or even a plain tuna salad sandwich and soup, this place works. Something for everyone here (mac 'n cheese is a side item, if you have little ones). There are vegetarian options (try the Mediterranean veggie sandwich or the tomato/cheese panini), and low-fat soups (the chicken tortilla is excellent). From the bakery, try the orange scone. Dense and sweet. Skip the bagel if you're looking for NY-style. Cons: Entrees fresh MOST of the time. On rare occasions I've found wilted lettuce in a salad or a soup that tasted like it'd been there all day.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Breakfast Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
Trevvor C.
Parking is tough for this location, especially on a Friday night, and especially considering the collection of other restaurants crammed in around it. However, if you're willing to walk a bit, you should be able to find something reasonably close in one of the lots or garages in the vicinity. The food is fresh and tasty, as with most Paneras, and there was plenty of seating, despite a couple of larger parties having dinner there. Flow is to the left as you enter the front door: pastries and breads, registers, pickup counter, and then the drinks, with the restrooms further down a short hallway.
(4)Cindy K.
Conveniently located by the Carmike theatre, Panera Bread is a great place to have a nice sandwich or salad. They have outdoor seating so you can enjoy the fresh air. Parking is convenient. The staff has always been friendly and has always checked to see if I have their rewards card so any discounts will be applied to my order. The menu changes occasionally to keep it fresh but I can't resist not ordering the Fuji Apple chicken salad. The flavors wet my appetite. Being so close to the movie theatre we can grab tickets and then come by for a healthy meal and not have to wait. This helps when you want to buy the $20 bucket of popcorn.
(5)Stannon B.
Overall, the chain has good service and great food for a low price. Keep an eye on the salads, however, as the dressings can be a bit laden with calories and fat. There are some off menu items that you can find if you look online or simply ask at the counter. The Breakfast Power Sandwich is one of my new favorites.
(4)Kylea C.
I love this location. The food is always delicious (duh) and the employees are friendly. I work down the street so I like to order online during my lunch break and then run in to pick it up real quickly from their rapid pick up shelf. It seems to be the fastest and easiest way to a good meal because it's paid for already and you don't have to wait in line at all. Oh, and the Mac n cheese is heavenly.
(5)Susan C.
Came here tonight for a quick and easy supper. The woman taking orders has no idea about the menu or how to operate the machine. It literally took 10 minutes for 5 of us to order. And they're out of several key menu items, like bread bowls (for soup) and Mac & cheese. Very disappointed.
(2)John S.
Panera is one of if not my favorite chain for fresh food. Today was a stop to take advantage of the Tuesday bagel special. Baker's dozen for 6.99 and they even will package for freshness to last. I regularly stop by here for breakfast and lunch. I've never had any issues at this location and food is always fresh and great taste.
(5)Lauren N.
Panera is one of my favorites for breakfast. Wide varieties of food and great coffee options. Their salads and paninis are fresh and taste great. I'd stay away from the pastas. Anytime I've had them they taste like a frozen dinner. This location is clean and the service is always good!
(4)Casey S.
Have gone to this location several times and am always impressed. The staff is always polite and welcoming even when it is a busy weekday lunch hour. The bakery area is always well stocked. Some favorites of Panera in general include: black bean soup, vegetable soup with pesto, Asian chicken salad, Thai chicken salad, tuna salad sandwich, Cuban panini, Napa almond chicken salad sandwich. I recently tried a soba noodle bowl with chicken and it was yummy. Perfect size with a side of baguette. And I absolutely love the strawberry poppyseed chicken salad. Wish it was around all year!! Losing one star because of cleanliness - always seems to be a lot of crumbs on the floor!
(4)Louay B.
It's your typical penara bread restaurant with a variety of hot and cold sandwiches, soups, and salads. The tea selection is excellent and the have your typical coffee shop drinks. I would usually give a place like this 3 stars, but they have free wifi and plenty of tables to get work done on. If you are looking for a place to study or get some work done over the Internet, I highly recommend this place.
(4)Gigi D.
So it's a chain. Get over it. For quick simple salads and paninis, or even a plain tuna salad sandwich and soup, this place works. Something for everyone here (mac 'n cheese is a side item, if you have little ones). There are vegetarian options (try the Mediterranean veggie sandwich or the tomato/cheese panini), and low-fat soups (the chicken tortilla is excellent). From the bakery, try the orange scone. Dense and sweet. Skip the bagel if you're looking for NY-style. Cons: Entrees fresh MOST of the time. On rare occasions I've found wilted lettuce in a salad or a soup that tasted like it'd been there all day.
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