Most Panera Bread is great about getting your food to you promptly and with fresh ingredients. Not this one. 30 minutes after ordering a Pick Two (turkey avocado BLT and Cesar salad) I am served small brown chucks of wilted roman lettuce, and of course the same sad lettuce on my sandwich. The service is good. The place is a good size with ample tables for most various group size of patrons. This one is adjacent to Starbucks, so that's nice if you're a Starbucks fan. Parking is limited though since this location is at a pie shape corner of Tampa Rd and Curlew. Be patient if you're coming here during busy hours (brunch)- you'll find parking as soon as someone leaves.
(3)
Lyman D.
Brought relatives from Canada to have Soup in a Sourdough Bread. Out of Bread? Soup in a bowl.. a cold bowl~! French Onion Soup? No croutons or cheese? Brought it back and got cheese, asked to microwave it and comment was that it was hot enough. Asked please, to melt the cheese, still no croutons. Staff was friendly and the place was clean but the manager needs to be an assistant with a good manager for a year and he will probably be ok. First time I have been disappointed by Panera. Manager just doesn't get it~! He should at least go visit some of the better ones and see what is good~! He doesn't understand :-(
(2)
Delano T.
Have been going to this Panera for a steady week now being on vacation in this area. Panera is a great place, good selection, good coffee etc However this particular Panera has gone down in the quality of service, the bagels were burnt for three days in a row and they still try to serve it to you wondering if you'll notice (??!!) Today we ordered a frozen mocha and it took all of 15 mins to get it, and that was after going up to the counter to get the girl to stop talking to co-workers and focus on our order which she had messed up and had to re-do. On a good note, there's a very nice, friendly lady who cleans up and always is smiling and professional. Besides the good selection of food, she's the best thing to this Panera.
(2)
Stacy P.
I am a vegetarian and I love the soup/salad or half sandwich/half salad mixture. My favorite is the oriental chicken salad (minus the chicken) with the Mediterranean sandwich (minus the feta). It has this avocado dressing on it that is tasty and even though the sandwich is all veggies, it's really yummy that way. Also the grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup is my son's favorite and they make a good one. All in all, Panera bread is a very good place to eat. You can bring a large party, not have to tip, which is a plus. So if you are looking to save some money on that, it's the place to choose.
(5)
Katie C.
This Panera location is a solid performer with consistent food (at least, all the times I've dined there). I would give it a higher rating, but I think most people know what to expect with a Panera. If you're looking for some quick food for lunch that isn't fast food, this is a great option. The salads, sandwiches, and soups are all fresh and delicious. And, if you have a sweet tooth afterward, I do love that they have a warming tray for their cookies: is there anything better than a fresh, gooey chocolate chip cookie? Yum.
(3)
Todd W.
My previous review of this Panera location was solely because of the good experience I had with the employees. So, I popped in again when driving by and that first impression was confirmed. Their system was down and I simply wanted to redeem a free bagel on my rewards account that they could not pull up. Without any hesitation, a manager heard what was going on, asked what kind of bagel I wanted, prepared it immediately, handed it to me and apologized that they couldn't pull up my information. No, I wasn't lying. Yes, I know a bagel cost only a dollar and change. The point is that they just took care of me like it was no big deal.
(4)
Chris R.
As a fan of Panera's food, I usually find myself stopping at a Panera wherever I see it. I generally order the same thing wherever I go, the cobb salad with chicken or a panini sandwich. Often times the food is good and I can't complain. What I don't like and usually find this with most Panera's is that the dining area is a mess. Dirty tables with crumbs, chairs and tables out of place, it seems like they can't keep up with the amount of traffic they have. The other complaint I have are the prices, which are pretty expensive when you think about it. But hey, they accept Apple Pay and that makes my life easier, ha!
(3)
Kimberly D.
A standard Panera Bread location with a decent amount of seating and menu offerings. The location is terrible though; it's located in the delta of Tampa and Curlew Road, it shares a small parking lot with a Starbucks, so parking is a nightmare. I'm not a big fan of the faux-bakery. The food is expensive and obviously not made in the store. I kept it simple with steel cut oatmeal, topped with strawberries and cinnamon sugar. I wish they offered the cinnamon sugar on the side for me to put in myself because it was overly sweet. My boyfriend got a pick 2 deal, which you can choose half portions of two different menu items. He got the fettuccine Alfredo and a Sierra Turkey sandwich. He enjoyed the pasta, but found the sandwich overly salty. For anyone who thinks Panera offers healthy food choices, think again. That half portion of sandwich had 950 mg of sodium. My oatmeal had 160 mg (as opposed to making oatmeal at home, which has close to zero mg). But if you like this kind of food franchise, this location is okay. It is clean and spacious inside. The staff was courteous, although food took longer than usual to come out. Panera isn't my favorite restaurant, but this location will do.
(3)
Lindsey S.
I get the same thing every time I come here: the Frontega Chicken panini and a side of Mac n cheese. Why? Because this is one of the most delicious lunch combos you'll ever sink your teeth into. The FCP comes with plenty of melted cheese, thinly sliced tomato, and melt in your mouth chicken. The bread gives it a nice outside crunch for a contrast in textures. This was the first panini I've ever tried, and I've been loyal to it ever since. As a die hard of all things macaroni & cheese, Panera's take on my favorite side is one of the closest to what I look for in this dish: the cheddar is creamy, the shells are cooked to a perfect chew and the resulting taste is like a smooth roll into a savory high. So why only 4 stars? The service. I shouldn't be able to hear employees chattering away loudly (they were the ones fulfilling meal orders). Furthermore, the nonchalant attitude displayed at this location lowers my respect for the establishment. This is not a high school cafeteria...or is it? That aside, it's a great place to get lunch (to go).
(4)
Christopher S.
My granddaughter loves to come here and eat their Chicken Noodle soup...for breakfast! My preference is a Breakfast power sammie...340 cals. Hazelnut coffee ok but Einstein Bros rocks it better. The fact that they do post calories on their items is helpful and scare me at the same time. As a Triathlete, I can have a healthy meal under the 450 calorie amount for a cookie! It tells me a lot. I will still come here with my Granddaughter but will always note the restrictive health items!
(2)
Sarah C.
Hit and miss, depends on who's making the food at the time. We like it when the manager makes our food, its the correct size/portion and flavor. When the children make it, its always THROWN together like Legos. Its impt to know that people are eating this stuff, that we OVER PAID for this food, at least put some effort into it. As a business owner, I know you get the work you pay for.
(3)
Dianna B.
Had dinner with a friend here, before going out shopping. The service was quick, efficient and friendly. I ordered a pick two of French Onion Soup and a 1/2 salad. I asked for extra croutons and dressing on the side. My requests were easily made and cheerfully done. My friend ordered a special sandwich on white bread. They did that for her as well. We were quite pleased.
(4)
Marcy K.
I really enjoy Panera Bread. Their new Soba Noodle soup is excellent. If only they offered a quality gluten free bread...
(4)
Emily C.
The staff was so kind when I went the other morning. The food is also very delicious. Only problem was that I was surprised that the cinnamon roll wasn't as fresh as I expected for the early hour that I was there.
(4)
Rich D.
I've eaten with friends and family at this convenient Panera Bread location probably a dozen times over the past few years. The chain does a fairly good job of serving up reasonably fresh and flavorful food. Service is consistently good here regardless of the time or crowd. Everything I've tried has been good, from bagels to breakfast sandwich, and various soups and sandwiches for lunch. I particularly like their French onion soup as it's always tasty and flavorful. As I've been to many Paneras over the years, I wouldn't say this is better than any other location, as to their credit I've had similarly good experiences and food at most every one. On a coffee shop scale, I score it Atmosphere: 4 Service : 4 Food: 4 Value: 4
(4)
Mark H.
This place can do no wrong. All of their food is not outstanding, but they have above average sandwiches AND the absolute best BROCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP on the face of the earth. Said soup could only be better if it were made from scratch by an alien 10 light years beyond the asteroid belt with ingredients far superior to those available on our small, blue rock.
(4)
Jason S.
I do like the selection and ability to have reasonably healthy items at Panera Bread. This location... after taking my order, one of the managers walked away while I was trying to ask for a whole grain baguette with my soup. He was probably in a hurry to do something else... but hey, let me finish. California locations let me finish talking. On a more positive note, the staff in the dining area were working very efficiently clearing tables for the next customers.
(2)
Danielle C.
The Food was great, but we went to this place because it had a Starbucks inside or so we thought..turns out they serve starbucks coffee- but not all starbucks drinks....like an Iced Venti Vanilla Latte... The parking was crazy. Had to park in front of the dumpsters and because of how many people were trying to find a space or get out of there, we had to exit through the drive thru.
(3)
W. N.
Well, as one of the only Paneras around, it was nice, but nothing really special from other Paneras. Still really good though, don't get me wrong, I love Panera. Off of two major highways, and next to a Starbucks, it's a great place to go for a healthy, fresh lunch meal, which is sometimes hard to say considering the large number of unhealthy restaurants in Florida.
(3)
David M.
i have lunch here from time to time. it's a great location. i've never been disappointed with the food. i'm a big fan of the soup and half sandwish. the veggie sandwish is always good and all the soups are very good. there must be a good number of people that feel that way as from about 11:30 on it difficult to find a place to park. the food is very good and the staff is friendly.
(4)
Jenna W.
This Panera is a solid performing Panera. They consistently have one challenge. When you go to other Paneras, the food prep line is efficient and fast paced yet they don't seem to be overwhelmed.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Brunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Hipster Noise Level : Very Loud Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
Hli H.
Most Panera Bread is great about getting your food to you promptly and with fresh ingredients. Not this one. 30 minutes after ordering a Pick Two (turkey avocado BLT and Cesar salad) I am served small brown chucks of wilted roman lettuce, and of course the same sad lettuce on my sandwich. The service is good. The place is a good size with ample tables for most various group size of patrons. This one is adjacent to Starbucks, so that's nice if you're a Starbucks fan. Parking is limited though since this location is at a pie shape corner of Tampa Rd and Curlew. Be patient if you're coming here during busy hours (brunch)- you'll find parking as soon as someone leaves.
(3)Lyman D.
Brought relatives from Canada to have Soup in a Sourdough Bread. Out of Bread? Soup in a bowl.. a cold bowl~! French Onion Soup? No croutons or cheese? Brought it back and got cheese, asked to microwave it and comment was that it was hot enough. Asked please, to melt the cheese, still no croutons. Staff was friendly and the place was clean but the manager needs to be an assistant with a good manager for a year and he will probably be ok. First time I have been disappointed by Panera. Manager just doesn't get it~! He should at least go visit some of the better ones and see what is good~! He doesn't understand :-(
(2)Delano T.
Have been going to this Panera for a steady week now being on vacation in this area. Panera is a great place, good selection, good coffee etc However this particular Panera has gone down in the quality of service, the bagels were burnt for three days in a row and they still try to serve it to you wondering if you'll notice (??!!) Today we ordered a frozen mocha and it took all of 15 mins to get it, and that was after going up to the counter to get the girl to stop talking to co-workers and focus on our order which she had messed up and had to re-do. On a good note, there's a very nice, friendly lady who cleans up and always is smiling and professional. Besides the good selection of food, she's the best thing to this Panera.
(2)Stacy P.
I am a vegetarian and I love the soup/salad or half sandwich/half salad mixture. My favorite is the oriental chicken salad (minus the chicken) with the Mediterranean sandwich (minus the feta). It has this avocado dressing on it that is tasty and even though the sandwich is all veggies, it's really yummy that way. Also the grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup is my son's favorite and they make a good one. All in all, Panera bread is a very good place to eat. You can bring a large party, not have to tip, which is a plus. So if you are looking to save some money on that, it's the place to choose.
(5)Katie C.
This Panera location is a solid performer with consistent food (at least, all the times I've dined there). I would give it a higher rating, but I think most people know what to expect with a Panera. If you're looking for some quick food for lunch that isn't fast food, this is a great option. The salads, sandwiches, and soups are all fresh and delicious. And, if you have a sweet tooth afterward, I do love that they have a warming tray for their cookies: is there anything better than a fresh, gooey chocolate chip cookie? Yum.
(3)Todd W.
My previous review of this Panera location was solely because of the good experience I had with the employees. So, I popped in again when driving by and that first impression was confirmed. Their system was down and I simply wanted to redeem a free bagel on my rewards account that they could not pull up. Without any hesitation, a manager heard what was going on, asked what kind of bagel I wanted, prepared it immediately, handed it to me and apologized that they couldn't pull up my information. No, I wasn't lying. Yes, I know a bagel cost only a dollar and change. The point is that they just took care of me like it was no big deal.
(4)Chris R.
As a fan of Panera's food, I usually find myself stopping at a Panera wherever I see it. I generally order the same thing wherever I go, the cobb salad with chicken or a panini sandwich. Often times the food is good and I can't complain. What I don't like and usually find this with most Panera's is that the dining area is a mess. Dirty tables with crumbs, chairs and tables out of place, it seems like they can't keep up with the amount of traffic they have. The other complaint I have are the prices, which are pretty expensive when you think about it. But hey, they accept Apple Pay and that makes my life easier, ha!
(3)Kimberly D.
A standard Panera Bread location with a decent amount of seating and menu offerings. The location is terrible though; it's located in the delta of Tampa and Curlew Road, it shares a small parking lot with a Starbucks, so parking is a nightmare. I'm not a big fan of the faux-bakery. The food is expensive and obviously not made in the store. I kept it simple with steel cut oatmeal, topped with strawberries and cinnamon sugar. I wish they offered the cinnamon sugar on the side for me to put in myself because it was overly sweet. My boyfriend got a pick 2 deal, which you can choose half portions of two different menu items. He got the fettuccine Alfredo and a Sierra Turkey sandwich. He enjoyed the pasta, but found the sandwich overly salty. For anyone who thinks Panera offers healthy food choices, think again. That half portion of sandwich had 950 mg of sodium. My oatmeal had 160 mg (as opposed to making oatmeal at home, which has close to zero mg). But if you like this kind of food franchise, this location is okay. It is clean and spacious inside. The staff was courteous, although food took longer than usual to come out. Panera isn't my favorite restaurant, but this location will do.
(3)Lindsey S.
I get the same thing every time I come here: the Frontega Chicken panini and a side of Mac n cheese. Why? Because this is one of the most delicious lunch combos you'll ever sink your teeth into. The FCP comes with plenty of melted cheese, thinly sliced tomato, and melt in your mouth chicken. The bread gives it a nice outside crunch for a contrast in textures. This was the first panini I've ever tried, and I've been loyal to it ever since. As a die hard of all things macaroni & cheese, Panera's take on my favorite side is one of the closest to what I look for in this dish: the cheddar is creamy, the shells are cooked to a perfect chew and the resulting taste is like a smooth roll into a savory high. So why only 4 stars? The service. I shouldn't be able to hear employees chattering away loudly (they were the ones fulfilling meal orders). Furthermore, the nonchalant attitude displayed at this location lowers my respect for the establishment. This is not a high school cafeteria...or is it? That aside, it's a great place to get lunch (to go).
(4)Christopher S.
My granddaughter loves to come here and eat their Chicken Noodle soup...for breakfast! My preference is a Breakfast power sammie...340 cals. Hazelnut coffee ok but Einstein Bros rocks it better. The fact that they do post calories on their items is helpful and scare me at the same time. As a Triathlete, I can have a healthy meal under the 450 calorie amount for a cookie! It tells me a lot. I will still come here with my Granddaughter but will always note the restrictive health items!
(2)Sarah C.
Hit and miss, depends on who's making the food at the time. We like it when the manager makes our food, its the correct size/portion and flavor. When the children make it, its always THROWN together like Legos. Its impt to know that people are eating this stuff, that we OVER PAID for this food, at least put some effort into it. As a business owner, I know you get the work you pay for.
(3)Dianna B.
Had dinner with a friend here, before going out shopping. The service was quick, efficient and friendly. I ordered a pick two of French Onion Soup and a 1/2 salad. I asked for extra croutons and dressing on the side. My requests were easily made and cheerfully done. My friend ordered a special sandwich on white bread. They did that for her as well. We were quite pleased.
(4)Marcy K.
I really enjoy Panera Bread. Their new Soba Noodle soup is excellent. If only they offered a quality gluten free bread...
(4)Emily C.
The staff was so kind when I went the other morning. The food is also very delicious. Only problem was that I was surprised that the cinnamon roll wasn't as fresh as I expected for the early hour that I was there.
(4)Rich D.
I've eaten with friends and family at this convenient Panera Bread location probably a dozen times over the past few years. The chain does a fairly good job of serving up reasonably fresh and flavorful food. Service is consistently good here regardless of the time or crowd. Everything I've tried has been good, from bagels to breakfast sandwich, and various soups and sandwiches for lunch. I particularly like their French onion soup as it's always tasty and flavorful. As I've been to many Paneras over the years, I wouldn't say this is better than any other location, as to their credit I've had similarly good experiences and food at most every one. On a coffee shop scale, I score it Atmosphere: 4 Service : 4 Food: 4 Value: 4
(4)Mark H.
This place can do no wrong. All of their food is not outstanding, but they have above average sandwiches AND the absolute best BROCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP on the face of the earth. Said soup could only be better if it were made from scratch by an alien 10 light years beyond the asteroid belt with ingredients far superior to those available on our small, blue rock.
(4)Jason S.
I do like the selection and ability to have reasonably healthy items at Panera Bread. This location... after taking my order, one of the managers walked away while I was trying to ask for a whole grain baguette with my soup. He was probably in a hurry to do something else... but hey, let me finish. California locations let me finish talking. On a more positive note, the staff in the dining area were working very efficiently clearing tables for the next customers.
(2)Danielle C.
The Food was great, but we went to this place because it had a Starbucks inside or so we thought..turns out they serve starbucks coffee- but not all starbucks drinks....like an Iced Venti Vanilla Latte... The parking was crazy. Had to park in front of the dumpsters and because of how many people were trying to find a space or get out of there, we had to exit through the drive thru.
(3)W. N.
Well, as one of the only Paneras around, it was nice, but nothing really special from other Paneras. Still really good though, don't get me wrong, I love Panera. Off of two major highways, and next to a Starbucks, it's a great place to go for a healthy, fresh lunch meal, which is sometimes hard to say considering the large number of unhealthy restaurants in Florida.
(3)David M.
i have lunch here from time to time. it's a great location. i've never been disappointed with the food. i'm a big fan of the soup and half sandwish. the veggie sandwish is always good and all the soups are very good. there must be a good number of people that feel that way as from about 11:30 on it difficult to find a place to park. the food is very good and the staff is friendly.
(4)Jenna W.
This Panera is a solid performing Panera. They consistently have one challenge. When you go to other Paneras, the food prep line is efficient and fast paced yet they don't seem to be overwhelmed.
(4)Themelina M.
great place and location
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