After spending 15 hours in UC Davis, Medical Center over the Fourth of July holiday, I wanted something quick and comforting for dinner. I also needed it to feed a family of four and not be wildly expensive- I saw Panera's family meal option on TikTok and I thought what the heck. We did the premium option with dessert. It was $45.- that included 4 half sandwiches, A quart of soup An entrée sized salad One full baguette And four chocolate chip cookies. It also included little bowls for the soup, pots of butter for the bread and all the utensils. They were a little busy, but they were so sweet at the drive-through! This was the perfect blend of fresh, but also comforting and very filling. Of course, I had to get the Fuji apple chicken salad because that never disappoints. I grabbed the grilled chicken avocado sandwich, and I don't know if I was just in my feelings today, but that was an absolute winner! So good it tasted like a homemade sandwich with fresh bread, creamy avocado, and just the right amount of mayo. I mean, the bag probably weighed 5 pounds! It was such a good deal. The other sandwiches we got were the chicken, bacon rancher, and the ciabatta cheesesteaks. I wouldn't say they were the best sandwiches ever, but still a good value overall. Tomato soup -incredible! Baguette? Delicious- duh- Every once in a while, I'll get a meal from Panera. That's a little disappointing but more times than not I leave feeling very full satisfied and excited to go back. read more

Panera Bread - Mediterranean Chicken Greens with Grains - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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Panera food is top tier in my opinion. The chicken poppyseed salad is so good I didn't realize there was a medical emergency going on in the lobby and was filming myself eating it last summer and then saw flashing lights in the background LOL... so happy it's back. Panera is the best. I took away one star for two reasons. The water cups are too small and the employees make you ask them for your rapid to go orders instead of placing them on the shelving which would be far more convenient. Otherwise love Panera. read more

Panera Bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

We really Panera and appreciated the customer service especially from Cristobal who helped get us a clean table and also found my canteen/water container on another table and gave it to us. The food is always so good and healthy. We both ordered theChicken Wild rice soup and I got the Harvest Medley Chicken salad and he got the Chipotle Chicken Avocado sandwich. Both were part of the "U Pick 2" that Panera offers. The flavor was just right and you leave Panera feeling full and healthy. The ambiance was great there was nice group doing a Bible study, and couples do homework/studying and another couple eating! The staff were pleasant, smiling and help. Great job to this Panera location! We will be back! read more

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Whoever reviews the pickup orders. Recheck please. 3rd time i have come home and something is missing. See attached picture read more

Panera Bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Went at lunch time and it was buussssy! Food came out fast but it was a little haphazardly thrown together. Like all my roasted red peppers were bunched in one spot and my tuna was all over the place. Food was good and fresh. The place was clean and I appreciate the outdoor seating, because my special needs kiddo can be loud and I don't want to interrupt peoples lunches. Decent prices if you get a whole sandwich on a bagel it comes with two bagels so two can eat for the price of one. Also had a coupon on the app for a $1 cup of soups. Spent about $13 for two people to eat lunch, that seems pretty fantastic to me lol. read more

Panera Bread - Tuna on Asiago bagel and French onion soup. - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

We visited on a Saturday afternoon. Really busy, and about all tables were full. Luckily we were able to snag a table as a small family were leaving. I had ordered the pick 2, grilled cheese and tomato soup (around $13). As you can see in the picture, my grilled cheese was burnt, the cheese did not stick together and it overall looked unappealing. The taste was fine but I wouldn't like to have eaten my sandwich like a regular grilled cheese. The soup was delicious however, it did get cold quickly. It wasn't too warm when I received it. There was a dead roach near the bathroom. Not sure that I would come back to this location. read more

Panera Bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

They always accommodate my request when altering my orders. They remeber their customers and that brings back the good times where you feel welcomed. read more

Panera Bread - Panera Greek salad with my favorite add in roasted corn. - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

The food at Panera is usually good and I love their soups and their soup season is here. It's my time of year however you can grab any salad and be satisfied! I went for a salad today! The Service is always wonderful very friendly and ambience is pretty chill read more

Panera is a reliable if not a tad overpriced place for breakfast or lunch. Their bagels are just okay for me (I prefer Noahs) but I have loved their fuji apple salad for years and I still order it to this day. Extra apple chips! The dressing served with this salad is really good too. I enjoy their soups too especially the chicken and wild rice and potato soup. Not the cheapest lunch but satisfying. I haven't tried their breakfast in a long time but I remember their souffle and egg sandwiches were good. This location has a drive thru which is also a plus. read more

I ordered the chicken chipotle avocado melt and it's delicious. I am currently pregnant and this is satisfying my craving. I also had the green tea with papaya. Super good. I've ordered twice within the past two days on door dash. Omg. No disappointed. read more

They're too expensive. Their food is not that great and Gavin knew some has ruined the fast food industry for California. Basically they suck. it's self serve in the ambience. Is that of a pick up and go restaurant the food quality is not there in my opinion. read more

Love the Autumn Squash soup will Keep buying till to end of fall. Bacon ranch sandwich pairs well with the soup. read more

My full salad was closer to the size of a half salad. I use to not be able to eat a full Salad. This time I was still hungry. The salad was good, but I did not see any apple chips on my Fuji Apple salad. read more

The soup was good, very salt y but good. The kids grill cheese was a sad state of affairs. It's so hit or miss with Panera but mostly miss. Mac and cheese is very good. read more

Panera Bread - Kids Grilled Cheese... kinda sad this was like $10. Could get this at Walmart for $2. - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

The food is fairly good, nothing to write home about, but 7.50 for about two cups of Mac n Cheese? Really? I've seen cheaper for more at sit down restaurants come on now. read more

Panera Bread - Mac & Cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Friendly Staff and quick service I'm not usually a Panera gal but I find myself popping by after getting my nails done nearby for a quick coffee and bagel. It's been very reliable and consistent in service and quality. I love the iPads for ordering and the convenience of the drive through here. It's a pretty busy location in all the times I've been but I've always been able to find a seat. I like the value deals they have, nice option for a quick meal. read more

I had came in during the lunch hour, and one of the employees, Aubrey, was very sweet and attentive, showing enthusiasm and dedication to help me out. She was so outgoing and truly made my day! I cannot recommend coming here enough, and especially how amazing this employee was! This is the great customer service I love about Panera! read more

$6 for a small fountain drink is just ridiculous. They have some unique dishes that are pretty good but they are way too expensive for what you get and the level of service provided. For the same price you can get a better lunch at a full service restaurant. read more

We got here at 9:35pm and it says on the door they close at 10pm but it was already closed. Employees inside tried to avoid us.

This location is managed very well! The staff are friendly and the food quality is consistently good! Definitely recommend this location!

It's tough to give two stars but because the extremely overpriced bagels and soups are decently good, I will.. I have never liked the atmosphere and always feel that Panera is overpriced, it's like being robbed every time we go. My daughter got 1/2 a grilled cheese for nearly $10. It was one slice of white bread and some American cheese. Literally that was it. And I think everyone knows that that's kind of how it goes with Panera. We don't go there trying to save money. The drive through is slow, they can never hear you (I would suggest a new speaker but the fact that it's been like this for years tells me they know and they don't care) , they want to take your order immediately but you can't see the menu until they ask what your order is. I turn off my car but they can still never hear me. Now it is a "grand reopening Dec 3-5". Reopening from what? That is unclear. Nothing seems to have changed. They had some streamers out front but only a couple of customers at 8am. Nobody in the drive through. The grand reopening sign for Dec 3-5 said they have specials, when I asked what they were, the person was confused. They went and asked someone else who told them the special was that the first 25 people that got there at 6 AM would get something. I didn't bother to let them know they had a sign out front that said there would be grand reopening specials for three days... turns out there isn't. Best to keep avoiding this place guys. Money is better spent at Noah's and the service is always better too. Bummed the "reopening" is just another day that even the employees didn't know what happening, with no apparent changes to a place that desperately needs to revise pricing, fix their restaurant experience, and at minimum offer breakfast all day long. Doesn't seem like it would be hard to improve with so many areas suffering, but they just can't crack the code. read more

Why is this the whole sandwich its uneven and ao small? I ordered the chicken chipotle melt and pne sice of the sandwich is like a quarter. This is so sad read more

Panera Bread - Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

I went to order a duet meal this morning and found out Panera doesn't have that deal anymore. So I have to order from the mix and match for $12.99. So I ordered the walnut chicken salad sandwich and tomato soup. The portion of both items were ridiculously small. They gave a 2 teaspoon size chicken salad in my sandwich and the soup was half full. I'm paying more now but less food. I know your portions were never generous but your duet deal was still reasonable. Is that how you do business Panera? You just lost a customer. read more

I honestly come here about every day and never had a problem but this morning I ordered an goddess avocado toast and I don't know if this was purposely done, but I just taste nothing but salt it taste like it was just drenched in salt. I have high blood pressure so biting into this was really cringing and topped it off with a a bunch of old lettuce like they were trying to get rid of the last horrible experience definitely won't be returning back for food read more

Good food in a pleasant environment. Staff is friendly and helpful. Overall great for lunch.

I'm not sure if the portions got smaller, but I paid $7.99 for this Mac n cheese that was not full. I know these bowls aren't meant to be completely full, but this is ridiculous. read more

Panera Bread - Mac n cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

nothing wrong with the food but i wouldn't recommend the drive thru. I came in the morning with no one in the drive thru at 6am and literally took 15 mins to make 1 sandwich and a drink. Went in on a weekend same story the drive thru sucks.i wouldnt come here unless u have nowhere to go or u just wanna waste time waiting for food. i feel like doordashing would be faster than the drive thru. read more

I went through drive thru today feeling really sick and in need of some soup and comfort food. The broccoli cheddar soup I received today was old and inedible. It smelt and tasted rotten. It was almost chalky. I am not one to review anything negative but I will never go back here. read more

Great customer service without providing all the service. They make your sandwich with a smile but won't put Mayo on it. They will toast your bagel and not butter it. The bacon egg is more like an egg sandwich with a hint of bacon essence. Everyone is nice and attentive but due to corp policy you get what you get. Food quality is great and pricing is aligned with high pricing in CA so you won't be surprised there. The dining room is nice and clean, convenient. I just wished they were more supportive in delivering what I want and what I am paying for. read more

Panera Bread - The bacon in the bacon egg sandwich is barely there, after 2 bites I had to check because I thought they forgot to put it on. Paper thin - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

12/31/2022-Happy 2023 New Year=Asiago bagel, sausage/over-easy egg, cheese, & mustard with dark roast coffee~Yum! Overall, food was good; however, the restaurant needs attention regarding filling coffee receptacles, condiment receptacles filled, i.e., raw sugar, creameries, coffee lids, etc. Aside, the women's bathroom wasn't clean: Tissue gasket paper, toilet paper, and other debris were strewn throughout the women's restroom. read more

Panera Bread - 12/31/2022: Happy 2023 New Year in a FEW HOURS!!!! Asiago bagel, sausage, over-easy egg, cheese, & mustard~YUM! - Sandwiches Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

In my opinion, Panera has the BEST cheddar broccoli soup around. I've tried Quiznos, Togos, and a few others but find they all pale by comparison. Quiznos is watery, Togos is bitter and salty, but Panera's is delightful. Their prepackaged soup, sold at local markets, is better as well. I can now quit trying elsewhere. read more

It's been a while since I last visited Panera, and it was wonderful to enjoy their bread again yesterday. It was incredibly fresh and delicious, read more

Try to order two love some bread, two cookies and a chicken soup. She was very rude. Very unfriendly so sad to see people like that. Work in such a nice place. She's a young girl with a lot of tattoos. She should not be working such a nice place like this and never come back again. read more

The quality of Panera has dive-bombed. Unfortunately the prices haven't. Luke warm soup and semi fresh baguettes are the standard it seems. I really wouldn't return if it wasn't for the chocolate macaroons.. they are one of the few consistent products there. read more

26$ for soup and a sandwich. I asked for bread and butter on the side, didn't get any.

Crappie drive through it's not set up for drive-through signs are not clear on where to go how to order or where to pay I drove through parked in the drive-through reserve parking uses I didn't pay for it so I went inside and they said yeah you're gonna have to order again or drive-through again happens all the time. Sounds like management needs to put a little sign Maybe say pay here would be helpful. read more

Not the best option for takeout. Sandwich was cold upon arrival but soup was ok still.

The manager Zachary, went above and beyond for me. He was amazing and very understanding of the issue with the app order system. I truly appreciate your help and kindness!! Also food was amazing and fresh like always!! read more

"People want honest, flavourful food, not some show-off meal that takes days to prepare." ~Ted Allen I cannot tell you how many times I've been to this establishment, but it's definitely a good place if you're looking for a nice variety! Their menu is always changing, after all they've been in business since the early 80's! With the current epidemic we've gotten both takeout and drive through. I ordered Corn Chowder which my daughter, boyfriend and I loved, including the bread it came with and the You Pick 2: the New Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich and Strawberry Poppyseed Salad with Chicken my boyfriend and I split. The sammy was flavorful and packed full with yumminess! And what a salad, large portion, enough to share, tangy and fresh fruit and the dressing paired amazingly! We came back a week a go and got a few Cocoa & Creme Cookies to share. They're a cross between a whoopee pie and an Oreo cookie. My boyfriend and I thought they were decent. I would recommend this location and we'll continue to come back, sign up for their rewards program for exclusive discounts and freebies! read more

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This is unacceptable, we found a part of some kind of plastic in our Mac cheese. I think it's the sealed package from which the Mac and cheese is obtained from but that's not the worse part. The worse part is the only person that eats Mac and cheese at our house is my 4 year old. Lucky for him we always check his food. This dangerous and is a choking hazard. Please people check your food every time before you eat or feed your children. read more

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