Service is okay, they may or may not make eye contact with you it's a gamble. Are you ready to play "Will they look at you at all" read more

We have not been to a Panera and did not understand the menu. There is a choice of Pick 2, whole and stuffer. We waited and waited at the front counter for someone to answer some questions so we could order. Finally someone came. We ordered the chicken bake sandwich which was delicious and fresh. We also ordered a pick 2 steak salad and roasted caprese sandwich. The steak salad was less than desirable. The steak was tender but the broccoli tasted like frozen broccoli that had been cooked days ago. Overall not good. Couldn't even finish it. The caprese sandwich would have been really good but they drenched it in the balsamic glaze so it was way too sweet. Disappointing overall. It is convenient off the highway, if traveling and many choices of wraps, salads, sandwiches and desserts items. read more

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Ohhhh Panera, you did me a solid with that Drink Club invite. THANK YOU!! Along with that you gave me a free bagel, a choice of a free Sammy (my choice was the spicy chicken) and a free cookie. Whaaaaat?! Why?!?!? I don't know why but again, THANK YOU. The staff isn't very nice at the Chico location and a couple times when I went in to get my sip for the day, the Dr. Pepper was out (BUMMER!!!), but other than that, I thoroughly enjoyed grabbing a drink every day after work. The location is a bit weird, it's tucked back in a corner that you would never go to except to go to Panera (I had no idea it was even there, it's so hidden) but they have exterior seating and a drive through if you wanna grab the goods and dash. Another fav thing about Panera is the app, super easy to use and their rewards program is a good one :) My Sip Club intro price has since expired ($1 a month for 3 months) and is now $14 a month. Not worth $14 imo, but I'm glad I got the initial invite otherwise I would have never tried Panera at all. read more

Panera Bread - Not sure what I ordered but it had grilled chicken and a corn sauce (?). Not a good combo for a Sammy, IMO. - Salad Near Me - Chico, California

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The food is great. Service? Well it is self order and we had to ask them to clean the table. My wife and I ordered similar chicken salad stuffers. When we went to pick up our order, they weren't labeled. The employee seemed to have made her best guess. I am not sure why they don't label the meals that we have to pick up to bring to our table..... read more

Food was good. Just why ask for our name if yr gona call a totally different name? Almost didn't know it was for us and our food sat there ready. Hot cocoa overly sweet, but soup was perfect. For the people who complain there are no employees in the lobby sometimes to take your order... uhhhh they have literally three kiosks to order from. Use yr noggins lol read more

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I went to Panera on Mother's Day to have a light lunch. I only ordered a half a sandwich and it was posted as being $7.99. When I left, I got to thinking that the cost of everything was a little high so I checked my receipt and found out that they charged me $9.99 for the half sandwich instead of $7.99. When I went back into talk to them about it, the man that talked with me kept saying at least 4 to 5 times that we are in California, Insinuating that in California, you have to pay more. I have lived at least 50 years of my life in California and you were still supposed to note somewhere a change in cost. I don't care what the corporate office says, when you charge more than what is being shown upon the menu, it needs to be noted and not have to rely on the memory of some young person that really doesn't care because most of them don't care. No one has truly taught them customer service. Yes, the sandwich was good. BTW, you cannot get a small cup of just water. You have to buy a bottle of water which I don't drink bottled water or sodas. BTW, Panera restaurant has stopped making most their own bread for a while. They outsource it to another company. So you are not getting fresh made bread from them as you would think as it used to be. Will I go back there? Yes only to use the balance of my gift card. But I won't buy that half sandwich again since they falsely advertised it. As customers, we should not have to ask if they are hidden cost BECAUSE WE LIVE IN CALIFORNIA. JUST DISPLAY THE TRUE COST! read more

I had wonderful service with my cashier, but when I was waiting for my food I heard a girl whose name I found out was "yaz"? making disgusting jokes about hygiene and tampering with the food. When my meal was ready I asked for extra napkins which she practically tossed on my plate. No goodbye, no have a nice day or can I help you with anything else. ZERO hospitality and left a bad taste in my mouth read more

Absolutely ridiculous. I came in around 6pm on a Wednesday - not even busy - and stood in the lobby for a solid 15 minutes just trying to ask a simple question. Not a single employee in sight. I tried getting someone's attention, called out, looked around - nothing. Completely ignored. I finally just gave up and left. One person who was clearly stocking walked by but didn't say anything just looked at us and walked past. This isn't even the first time this has happened. The service at this location is consistently terrible - unfriendly, unwelcoming, and totally inattentive. It honestly feels like they couldn't care less about their customers. Unless you already know exactly what you want and can order it on the iPad without needing help, don't even bother coming here. read more

I'm sorry this location has serious problems. They seem like their training of employees is incredibly lacking. My food orders are constantly wrong. The wait is ridiculous even for just a drink. The bathrooms aren't maintained. I have on several occasions had to let them know of clogged toilets and stalls lacking toilet paper. As said "if the bathroom is not good, be careful of the food". read more

Drive thru is awful. I have been there 2 times and both times I received someone else's order. I won't go back, I'm done. Chico Panera is awful read more

Poor management. Twice when we went they were out of butter. The word, "bread," is in your name. Go across the street to the grocery and buy some butter. read more

This is what $13.29 gets you in August 2024. Absolutely crazy. It did taste good but not great. But I now need to come up with the other half of my dinner somehow. This is an emergency food option only. Otherwise, not coming back. read more

Panera Bread - This is what $13.29 gets you in August 2024. - Salad Near Me - Chico, California

Every visit to Panera Bread is a delight. The service is impeccable--staff is always quick to greet you and makes sure your meal is just right. I love the Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich; it's fresh, healthy, and so flavorful. The restaurant's ambiance is calm and inviting, with a nice mix of natural light and contemporary design. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a place to sit and enjoy your meal, Panera offers the perfect atmosphere. This location truly stands out for both its food and environment! read more

While the food IS good and the service is fast, the last two orders I placed online were missing ingredients. Latest was my Ranch Cobb Salad, NO BACON AT ALL..... Husband's sandwich was missing the avocado he specifically ordered extra. I ordered an apple side instead of bread, I got bread :-( Maybe the speed is causing them to miss items? Get with it Panera or you will have lost a customer..... read more

No one at front counter for over five minutes, and this has happened almost every single time I go in there. Finally got someone to help me place an order, and the screen said it was ready 10 minutes before it was. The whole staff seemed to be in sloth mode. Several customers were grumbling that they needed help and no staff was available to help them... They were out of napkins at both stations; the bathroom was out of toilet paper and soap. No idea how this place stays in business. But surprisingly, the sandwich was delicious. read more

Service was rude and rushed. Slammed the window and forgot the drinks and acted like it was such a big deal to give the correct items. Needs better management. Only redeeming quality is sip club. read more

First off, the sandwich I ordered had more bread than filling. I have never been there before so I went inside to order and sat and waited at the pickup bar for them to make the sandwich. I saw 4 employees making the food and not one was wearing gloves. One guy wiped his nose with his fingers, one kept adjusting his hat and then went back to making the food. Will never go back there again. I believe that is a health violation. Disgusting!!! read more

this was whole baguette i got i did tear a bit on top but this was the entire size. i was to say it was an exceptionally good broccoli cheddar soup but for the first time trying a soup from panera their baguette is disappointing in size, especially since i got a bowl which is the bigger option. read more

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Panera bread remains a reliable place to go for different kinds of bread, and plenty of other choices. Service was efficient, and Bagels Tuesday Bakers Dozen (13) are priced better than any other day of the week. 4 Stars. read more

The food in hand problem has definitely improved! As far as "service" it's self ordering kiosks with someone to assist as needed, who was very pleasant today! The ambiance in the Chico location is looking pretty warm down; I cannot for the life of me figure out why it is so cold in here EVERY season, winter I would rather eat in my truck. Lol hopefully they get some funding for updated "ambiance" soon read more

I was craving Panera Mac and Cheese so I went and got some, tell me why I paid almost $9 for a small cup of mac and cheese that was only halfway filled lol I don't know if it's corporate standards or if the workers are just being greedy but I'm pissed I paid that much for maybe 4 bites of food. It was good, but not $9 good, it's not like you're a 5 star restaurant this is a drive through. read more

They take FOREVER in the drive through, my order was ready, however, when I came it took them around 15 mins to get the drive thru line moving so I can get my order. Food wasn't bad, just really questionable service. read more

Food was good, for the most part. But this review is mostly for the prices. For a tiny, yes, tiny bowl of mac and cheese $5.49? Seriously? It was maybe a half cup of mac and cheese. The Steak and White Cheddar sandwich was good, but was like another reviewer said, maybe an appetizer size. We paid $33.29 tonight for two people and the portions are extremely small. My wife happen to see the bags of cookies on a table as we were leaving and mentioned we should get a bag for something sweet. I answered, I think we've given them enough of our money tonight. I didn't ask, but I'm sure the bag was pretty expensive, just like everything else. Oh, and wipe the tables down. Every table that was empty was dirty, crumbs, sticky stuff etc. I will not be back. read more

Panera Bread - Very small portion for $5.49. Might have cost them .25 cents at most. - Salad Near Me - Chico, California

DO NOT ORDER FROM THIS STORE!! We had a Representative lunch today which the Rep. buys our lunch. When the Rep. got there to pay and pick our order up, he was not treated well at all. He wanted to add a drink to the order and he was treated by a very condescending staff member which stated " as I said earlier" and then just pointed to the dispenser. He asked to speak to the manager which said they would address the staff member. All around customer service and FOOD was not good and we will never order from them again. You just lost a BIG account. read more

I've heard Panera described as "overpriced hospital food", and I think that's a pretty accurate description. The food isn't terrible but it's rarely good, and service is hit-or-miss depending on who's working. The prices they charge reflect the more upscale hip restaurant they want to be but have never quite become. When Panera first launched years ago, they were a great spot that was fun to eat at - but rapid expansion with poor quality control has turned a good business into the Jack in the Box of order-at-the-counter eateries. read more

Ordered a "half" tuna salad sandwich for 6.79 today, but came up 8.79 on register. Asked cashier why it's different than menu price and she couldn't explain. She offered to get a manager, but told her never mind as I was holding up 6 people in line. The sandwich was good, although I believe false advertising is illegal. read more

Ordered food for the office yesterday. I had a full size Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt. Everything tasted fresh, the bread was fluffy and by the time it got back to the office it was still warm! We pulled up at Curbside and they were out within a minute or two. I took away one star because if the drive-thru is long then good luck trying to get a space for Curbside as there is physically no way to get your car into those spots as the Drive-Thru cuts right along through it. This has got to be the most interesting layout I have ever seen in terms of the layout of the property. But anyways, that has nothing to do with the food or service, which both of which were fantastic. Thanks guys! read more

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Always out of LIGHT ROAST, if you want a cup of hot coffee better make it before 2pm because the just stop brewing anything new or fresh/ after that all that's left is black sludge. Want a spill plug for you coffee? Probably out. read more

Tried to find the online survey but I couldn't! Staff was awesome and friendly, they were super patient with me when I had a card issue in the drive through. Food was great although they were out of avocado, everything was hot and fresh and tasted awesome. Definitely recommend Panera! The manager on this morning and all of the employees were delightful. read more

Really.... Just really.. I feel like it's really not that hard to cut a bagel somewhat in half. read more

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Tasty bagels, pleasant staff, but boy do they skimp on the sandwiches. Ordered an Avocado, Egg White and Spinach sandwich and they barely provided 2 slivers of paper thin egg whites. I gave them a few chances, assuming they had a new chef or something, but this is the 3rd time in a row. Just buy the bagels and make your own sandwiches. read more

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Panera Bread in Brunswick is good. I had the ham and smoked Gouda and it was delicious. They are quick inside and at the drive in. Would recommend stopping for a lunch. read more

My one Wish for Panera would be that they would get some other flavors of chips...and of course put more in the bag!!

I had gone to Panera for dinner with a few others. The cashiers and staff were rude and unfriendly. My cousin ordered max and cheese as a side and it came out very cold she took it to the counter and after 20 minutes she had asked if it was done and caught a staff member picking their nose in the kitchen (SHE DID NOT WASH HER HANDS SHE WAS IN THE KITCHEN DEALING WITH FOOD PICKING HER NOSE.) They also gave her old mac and cheese that she took a few bites out of to another customer. 0/10 very gross experience I've ever had a food establishmen. read more

I was shocked when I received my half salad that included three tiny slices of chicken and a few pieces of lettuce and a red apple on the side when I ordered a Fuji apple salad. I paid $11.00 for it. Won't be eating at the Chico Panera again! read more

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Lets begin by saying False Advertising! Covid19 Free Delivery --- NOT in Chico NOT Available!!!! So if you want any delivery don't look here.. Wait it's 8:15am and went to order Bagels to "Pick-up" and they have 4 variety available?? Absolutely no Cinnamon of any type or chocolate chip or blueberry. Who is ordering for this store. No preparation for breakfast needs. This by the way is not just on one occasion- - - I came back to edit my review as want to also say that it is too bad we have a great Franchise in Chico and can't rely on the great food to actually eat that we know other Panera Restaurants can give! read more

I've never actually been INSIDE Panera so I can't speak to that, but my family has got delivery twice and both times the food was excellent. We all got bread bowls and they were more than enough. The broccoli cheddar soup and macaroni and cheese were excellent, and the lemon cookie, and chocolate candy (m&m) cookie were so good! Decent prices, too! I honestly thought about that bread bowl all day and all night long. I even considered taking it out of the trash but I didn't because that would be gross. But I thought about it... read more

First time ever going into a Panera and def the last! This review is for ordering inside for take out only. Went in and got all the bread and cookies needed, but also needed a toasted bagel with cream cheese to go. Wanted the easiest possible thing they could make so my son didn't have to sit in the car waiting for me any longer than it took for the employee to put my bread and cookies in the bag. I have everything, including the huge awkward handle-free bag I'm trying to lug around whilst holding a beverage, and am told I have to walk to the back of their place to simple get my bagel. I lugged all this shit with me and wait...and wait...and WAIT! 23 fucking minutes later I finally ask where the hell my toasted bagel with cream cheese is and I get "Oh, I'll make that now" NOW!?!?!?!? I said! Are you joking!? The girl gives me a toasted bagel and of course I am naturally assuming it has the cream cheese spread on it, since everything I have ever ordered through the drive through is made and not fillings put the the side for the customer to do it themselves, so I grab my bagel while driving, since that was the entire purpose of ordering a cream cheese bagel, cause I could eat it easily while driving, and the cream cheese isn't even on the fucking bagel! It was in some hospital food looking container and they didn't include a goddamn knife. I had to fumble around in my glove compartment while I pull over to the side of the road to see what type of utensil or device I had that could spread the cream cheese on. It was just insane and so stupid and so unprofessional and I'll never go inside again. read more

Out of 6/7 items I tried to order. Didn't even really want any food afterwards because every alternative from soups to sandwiches was "out". The one item I ended up getting had stale cold bread. Not a fan of this location. I've had better luck at other Panera locations. read more

Placed an on-line order for bread and cinnamon rolls 4 days in advance per Paneras 72 hr. advance order policy for rapid pick-up. 20 minutes after placing order I received a call saying that manager canceled my order because it was only 24 hour notice. Upon asking manager to check on date order received he realized his mistake. Unfortunately I was required to go back on-line and resubmit the order. Here is where the fun begins. I arrived on scheduled date/time and no one could find my order. Manager finally admits that he just gave my order to 'someone' who came in before me requesting her order. They were out of the bread and the cinnamon rolls I ordered and paid for and needed for guests arriving later that day. Someone else walked out with my order for FREE! I had to substitute another type of bread and give up on the cinnamon rolls. I am not a happy camper with Panera and their ability to fill a simple order They need to improve their order and release process. Verify order and person they are handing it over too. I paid in advance for my order, but did not receive what I specifically ordered or appropriate customer service. After reading some of the reviews regarding the Chico Paneras service I am not sure I will be back very soon. read more