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    Panera Bread

    2.4 (92 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 6:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Robert B.

    Food lukewarm, old like it came from can Service so poor staff irritated by customers making them do some work. Sorry for waking them up. Out of free sides so they just give you nothing. Charge you full price. Nothing really fresh. Not crowded, surprisingly why! Doors not handicapped accessible

    Bacon Turkey brava sandwich
    Patricia R.

    Got there at 1130ish so the line was just two folks ahead of me. Quickly placed my order for the full bacon turkey sandwich with a bag of potato chips and a drink ($12). The sandwich was on a tomato like sweet bread... the top part of the slices were sweet which surprised me. The sliced turkey, bacon and tomato blended together deliciously. It filled me up well. I skipped a dessert and instead drank three cups of the lemonade which is always a treat. Quenched the thirst I didn't realize I had.

    We were traveling for a soccer tournament and the gentleman who waited on us was very knowledgeable and friendly. He was very positive and was trying to help his fellow employees with completing tasks correctly.

    Southwestern chili lime salad (unmixed) and cup of of broccoli cheese soup with a French baguette
    Kelly I.

    5 stars for a great business meeting location and customer service. 3 stars for food. Average of 4 stars because the customer service and meeting location is worth it. Better than Starbucks as a casual business meeting location. Why? Shorter lines, more and better quality food selection, and a seating section that is business friendly (i.e., tucked away from main dining and electric plugs for devices). I showed up at 8:00am for a 1-2 hour meeting that unexpectedly turned into 5 hours. Panera was not particularly busy, and the staff was as kind as anyone could wish. There was no problem with staying. I asked if we need to purchase something else or relocate to another establishment; the staff member said no. She even bused the table and refilled my drink glass for me, not typical services. Breakfast menu is limited. Plenty of fresh bakery choices to carb load. My muffin was good, not great, but moist and fresh. I stayed for lunch after the meeting. I chose from Panera's pick 2 menu: salad and a cup of soup. I had the broccoli, cheddar soup and the Southwestern chili lime salad. I would try the soup again but not the salad. The broccoli, cheese soup tasted of cheese and broccoli but was liberally seasoned with pepper. The amount of pepper placed the soup just on the border between acceptable and too much. Depending on your taste, the soup may be over seasoned. I don't mind a little extra heat or spice. I am unclear if this heavy-handed seasoning is "as the recipe intends" or a one-time accident. If you don't like pepper, I recommend asking before ordering. Looks can be deceiving. The Southwestern chili pepper lime ranch salad, the most expensive salad on the menu currently, was visually unappealing and disappointing as served; the salad appeared primarily comprised of lettuce, cheese, and avocado with limited other ingredients and little dressing. I was pleasantly surprised to discover a plethora of ingredients buried under the lettuce (i.e., chicken, corn, and tomatoes) and even a little too much dressing. I mixed the ingredients and was much happier than with my first bite. While I am accustom to mixing salads, I expect the ingredients on top of the mixed greens not vice versa. I could taste a little tang and heat from the chili pepper, lime dressing. Given the amount of dressing on the salad, the chili lime flavor was very mild. I also found large, mixed green stems in my salad - not pleasant to chew or taste. I dislike salads that are drowned in dressing. This one was not drowned, but it was drowning. The lettuce especially was having trouble "standing up" to the amount of dressing). The liberal dressing application was too close to drowning for my complete enjoyment. The French baguette served with soup was worthy of 5 stars at in a three Michelin star restaurant in a France. A crusty outside enrobes a soft bread center. The inside practically melted in my mouth. Yum! More please.

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    Kevin A.

    I ordered a toasted bagel and coffee on a Saturday morning when only about four people were in the place. I got a bagel with one corner toasted, I asked for the rest to be toasted. It was explained to me that if they toasted it again that corner would burn. So my options were a toasted bagel with one side burnt. Or an I toasted bagel with one corner toasted. And this seemed completely reasonable to the guy behind the counter. Buy a toaster that works! They were also out of regular coffee. I would give them an extra star for cleanliness, but they seem to store the vacuum in the dining area.

    Violet S.

    Every time we order Rapid Pick Up from this place, something is incorrect, made wrong, or missing. Today's mess up included a grilled cheese sandwich which we paid extra for the cheese to be Gouda rather than disgusting American cheese. As you can see in the photo, it was still made with American cheese, and we also have this lovely burnt cheese included. This location doesn't care and a manager is never present: not to talk to paying customers, not to train, coach, or develop their team, and certainly not to make sales and order accuracy a priority. Somebody needs to do everyone a favor to the Apopka community and just close this place down.

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    A little pricy but well worth it! The cheddar broccoli soup always made me feel better when I was pregnant and had morning sickness.

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    Ispirazione - Deliziosa and Armonia

    Ispirazione

    4.8(101 reviews)
    9.8 miHorizons West / West Orlando
    $$

    Exceptional sandwiches -- feels like a bite of Italy in Ocoee…read more Ispirazione Sandwich Shop is an absolute standout. We ordered the UFO sandwich, the veggie sandwich, and finished with a cannoli--and every single item delivered. The sandwiches were phenomenal. The bread is made to order and it shows: thin, chewy, and perfectly structured for a real sandwich (not soggy, not overbearing). Unique round discs that suited the food perfectly. The UFO sandwich was deeply satisfying - delicious meats, and I added green olive crema and swapped out provolone for stracciatella. The veggie sandwich wasn't an afterthought at all--fresh, flavorful, and genuinely filling. Every ingredient tasted delicious and fresh. The cannoli was spot-on: perfect flavor, just the right level of sweetness, and clearly made with quality ingredients. Not overly sugary, not heavy--just right. The location is also a big plus. It's in a newly built shopping center with really nice pond-side seating, which would be a great place to sit, relax, and actually enjoy the meal. On top of all that, the owners were incredibly kind and welcoming, and the prices are very fair for the quality you're getting. This is the kind of place you root for. If you love real sandwiches, fresh ingredients, and food made with pride, don't miss it. We'll absolutely be back.

    This is my go-to Italian sandwich spot whenever I'm in the area! I enjoy how the sandwiches taste…read morefresh with delicious ingredients, and this spot never disappoints after the numerous times that I've visited! The only other thing better than the sandwiches are the creamy, rich, decadent Tiramisu Pistachio! This has to be one of the best tiramisu pistachio that you'll ever try, and I only wish I could eat more of this! The service and ambiance is amazing, friendly, and welcoming! Overall, I would highly recommend visiting this spot whenever you're craving for a classic, fresh Italian sandwich with a side of delicious desserts!

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    Perrotti's NY Deli - Chicken Ranchero at Perrottis.

    Perrotti's NY Deli

    4.6(192 reviews)
    13.2 miHorizons West / West Orlando
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    Stumbled on this place after a yelp add actually. I'm a Native New Yoker who just moved to thew…read morearea via Atlanta. It;s been a hile sicne I've had a good sandwhich and bagel. Ordered 2 sandi's ad a pack of bagels (flown in from New York) both sandwhch were excellent. Staff was friendly. Had a great conersation about the tristate area even thought eh place was packed. Also had a anothjer guy over hear our converasation about the lack of decent bagels in the bouth and he choed in with atoer bagel reccomedation and the staff agreed with that recomdation despite it being a competitor. It's a no frills place but the staff all seemed like good people. Food was good. and the people in there were good. Adding it to out go to spots

    My husband and I stopped into Perrotti's NY Deli for the first time today, and it did not…read moredisappoint. The Vibe: From the outside, the shop is pretty unassuming, tucked into a strip mall--but that's often where the best deli spots are hiding. When we walked in, we were immediately greeted by a busy lunch rush and a fast-paced New York deli vibe, with staff cranking out sandwiches left and right. Always a good sign. What We Ordered: * Hot Rachel * Classic Italian * 1/2 lb pesto macaroni salad * 1/2 lb redskin potato salad We took everything home for lunch and... Every single thing was delicious. Sandwich Highlights: The Hot Rachel was exactly what you want from a deli sandwich--tender pastrami, melty Swiss, tangy slaw, and toasted rye all working together perfectly. Stacked high and full of flavor. My husband's Classic Italian was also fantastic, loaded with meats and that classic deli balance of flavors. Both deli salads were great, but the pesto macaroni salad was the standout--creamy, herby, and packed with flavor. We're honestly so excited to have discovered a great New York-style deli less than 10 minutes from our house. Safe to say we'll definitely be back soon to work our way through the rest of the menu. Pro tip: Don't skip the deli salads--grab one or two to share with your sandwich.

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    Potbelly Sandwich Shop

    Potbelly Sandwich Shop

    4.1(105 reviews)
    14.7 miColonialtown Center
    $$

    Tried Potbelly Sandwich (East Colonial store) for the first time, and it was AWESOME! Service was…read moreexcellent and patient with us first time boomers. I ordered the Big version of the Prime Beef sandwich thinking I'd take half home for leftovers. Unfortunately the 1st have was so darn delicious, I ate the 2nd half. Yes, I'm uncomfortably full now but due entirely to my lack of discipline . The sandwich shocked me how good it was. We used to love Quizno's toasted subs but they have been long gone. So glad to see a toasted sub place again. The wife ordered same sub - original size, and loved it too. We will definitely be back again and again to try different options.

    I was excited to see that there's a Potbelly here in the Orlando area. I used to visit Potbelly…read moreoften when I spent time in Chicago and always enjoyed it, so I was looking forward to trying this location. I stopped in after doing some shopping and placed my order online so it would be ready by the time I finished. I ordered the chicken club sandwich and a Dream Bar. It was after 8 p.m. on a Saturday, and the restaurant was pretty much empty. My order was ready ahead of the quoted pickup time, which I appreciated. However, the sandwich didn't quite live up to what I remember. The bread didn't taste as fresh as I expected, and the sandwich was lukewarm instead of warm and toasty like I've experienced at other locations. The Dream Bar was also not quite what I remembered. It didn't have the same richness or taste that made it a favorite for me in the past. I'm not sure if the time of day impacted the quality, but the overall experience just didn't match the Potbelly I remember from Chicago. That said, because I've had great experiences with this brand in the past, I'd be open to giving this location another try. Food: 3 out of 5 Service: 4 out of 5 Value: 3 out of 5 Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 stars

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    Cosa Nostra - Muffuletta Nostra

    Cosa Nostra

    4.8(103 reviews)
    16.7 mi
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    I have been wanting to try this spot for a while after hearing such great things. We stopped by for…read morelunch and had the tastiest sandwich and flatbread. The quality of meat and cheese and subtle sweetness of the balsamic glaze mixed with the fresh arugula was out of this world. And the texture of the fresh bread was perfection. The super thin pepperoni on the flatbread were so delicious and the sauce had a subtle sweetness flavor. There were tons of options I can't wait to try again and a bakery case full of treats. They serve breakfast too which looked amazing. We especially enjoyed the vibes on the outdoor sidewalk seating with Italian music playing as we enjoyed our food. Because this spot is in the historic downtown area of Clermont, street parking is your best bet and there is a public parking lot a short walk away. Will be coming back again and again to this great business.

    Excellent Italian deli in downtown Clermont. For my first meal here I ended up sharing a turkey…read moresandwich with my brother who does not eat pork where because of this the sandwich was tad on the basic side for my taste. Having said that, the sandwich was still well-made and quite tasty where all the ingredients were fresh and the bread was still warm and appeared to be fresh baked in house. Nice! If I was eating this sandwich by myself, I would've asked for bacon on the sandwich, which definitely would have made it a top shelf turkey sandwich in my opinion. Being an Italian deli, the majority of the sandwiches do use pork of one kind or another where they looked and sounded quite tasty with a number of house specialties on the menu. The next time I am here, I will definitely make sure to order one of their specialty sandwiches to give this business a much fairer assessment and probably the fifth star that I so wanted to give.

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    Cosa Nostra - Super Tuscany sandwich and Minestrone soup

    Super Tuscany sandwich and Minestrone soup

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