Decent quality, good service, eaten here at least 5 times. Bread bowls are yummy Review complete read more

Panera has such amazing salad and sandwichs. I frequent this place when meeting up for business and really appreciate the price point and customer service. Overall 4/5 will be back for sure! read more

I usually get the corn chowder but they didn't have it. So i got chili and this was by far my least favorite thing i have eaten in a long time. It looks like dog food and taste is like cheap can chili. I went and got a new soup and the employees response was a-lot of people complain about that chili. Was never offered a replacement or refund. read more

Panera Bread - Crappy chili - Sandwiches Near Me - Elk River, Minnesota

If I could give this place 0 stars I would but the computer made me choose something. I have been a customer for over a year a part of their sip club etc. First, I had a piece of blonde hair in my salad and they tried to fix the issue. Then they kept giving my pork on my sandwich which I am not only allergic to but it is also against my religious beliefs. I am a repeat customer and have ordered the same thing for months only to have bitten into and eaten the sandwich half way through before I realized that they messed up my order again! I did not catch it in time because Im taking meds because I had shoulder surgery which is why I have had to order takeout for the past two months. They didn't respond to my complaint until 2 weeks later and then asked me to send a picture after they already gave me credit and apologized. Their negligence has caused me added sickness because I haven't had pork in years!!! The customer care risk control person Cody Tucker accused me of not having proof and dismissed my case but would not go back to the store and request camera footage that morning. I am so disgusted that I used my money with a company that on a regular basis, that would treat their customers like this! I would not recommend this company at all!!!!! Also, his manager who didn't even provide his name told me he would not be helping me at all either. My advice take pictures or it never happened. I will continue to legally pursue this matter. read more

Food and services Was great will be back Loved the Mediterranean salad and autumn squash soup read more

I have ordered dinner through Panera Bread in Elk River, MN 3 separate times in the last week. I ordered a pastry with each order and it was missing in EVERY order that I placed. I was charged for this pastry but did not receive it. I could understand if this happened once but this happened 3 times in 6 days. I tried calling the restaurant and the phone rang over and over before eventually hanging up on me. I tried calling them over and over for almost 2 hours. This is unacceptable. I contacted the corporate offices who sent an email response stating that they gave me something to use towards an upcoming order but there was nothing added to my account. The service is just awful. read more

Panera Bread overcharged my credit card dozens of times (which was stored on their website) and they still haven't refunded my money. Here's how their scheme works. If you try to order online but their server is too busy to complete the order, they charge your stored credit card anyhow. When I could not place an order online, I would go inside to use the kiosk to order and pay. Since they also charged my Visa for the smart phone order that I never did submit due to their busy server, I thus was charged twice for one order dozens of times. My Visa bill was about 1k per month, mostly from Panera charges, many of which I didn't even make. In fact, they charged me for 2 meals recently on a day that I was never there and in another State. They still haven't reversed the charges. Customer Care is very snotty about it. I decided to stop eating at this criminal enterprise. read more

They always messs up my soap really runny can't believe paying 39 dollars for this food

horrible crappy food and service to match. on any given day Panera is usually out of 1/2 of their menu. it is hard to believe this place has remain in business as long as it has. read more

I got a "you pick two" today (2/10/22) - Asian Sesame Chicken salad with soup - chicken noodle. The salad was nothing but lettuce, and dressing - no toasted almonds, no sesame seeds, no cilantro. And the soup was too salty to consume. Disappointed! Without a doubt not worth the $14.00+ read more

Been going there since 2017 and always get the same who Fuji Apple Chicken. Staff always leave out an ingredient, such as the main ingredient (chicken). Because I complained about service being very poor, manager told me to never come back. That is fine with me, as we all have a choice where to spend our hard earned dollars. Manager and the Owner is short staffed, bad attitudes and then they want to blame the customer when a customer complains of poor service, Never, Never again will I ever go to any Panera. I did call corporate headquarters and share my bad experience at this Elk River, Minnesota location, read more

Was at the restaurant for dinner @ 6:30 on 9/24. Wanted in a long while in a very short line. Placed my order and was asked for my phone number. Since I wasn't told why I can only assume they need this to page me when the food was done. The responded that the number wasn't in their system, so I gave it again, with the same response. Since I was still unaware of the need I was bewildered. The clerk said she needed to get a manager. I didn't want to wait and had her delete the order. I still don't understand why they needed it. Guess they don't want my business. read more

I am a regular customer, and have noticed in the past 8 months or so the egg bakes and the bear claw rolls have gotten much darker and tougher. I don't mind paying the price if the food is top notch. The egg bakes at this Panera however are way overdone!! Also, the roll I brought home was a little too crispy around the edges. I hope these are issues that can be corrected. Panera has been my favorite restaurant since it opened in Elk River. read more

At least once a week since the start of summer, I have stopped at Panera to get a couple bagels before I go to work. I almost always go through the drive-thru because it is very convenient. I am always met with a pleasant "Good morning!" or "How are you doing today?" Nine times out of Ten, the person at the window is Blake. They are by far the friendliest person I have encountered there. I absolutely LOVE stopping by in the morning because I am always greeted with joy and it makes my early mornings better. read more

If I could give negative stars I would. I went there two days in a row looking for an item which was sold out. So I figured I would preorder it and prepay the night before. I called the next day and was assured that my order is ready and waiting for me. I drive there to pick it up and the people behind the counter (who seemed clueless) inform me that my order mysteriously disappeared. One word comes to mind: incompetence! read more

Ok, a chain is not worth any more than 3 *s. When rating a local is what 5 *s is for. There really is nothing special about any Panera. read more

I visited the drive-thru of this location on 11/16. I was charged for the more expensive water (Fiji) and received the cheap water. When asked, the server said they didn't carry Fiji water and there was only a small difference in price anyway. They deleted the Tomato Basil from my turkey sandwich and did not give me the chips. Once again, the server said I didn't get the spread because I ordered the sandwich on a bagel. I was also told the chips were not paid for because they are complementary ... then why did I not receive them. Also, the bacon was so rubbery I had to remove it from my sandwich. I also asked for cream cheese on the sandwich and was told I could not have it. Bad customer service and a bad product. read more

I love the freshness of their food. Only place I get soup with a sandwich or salad. Service has been great. Love getting a pastry for 0.99 cents. Had the French onion and steak sandwich. read more

Expensive for a quick lunch, but very fresh ingredients and delicious meals. They also don't skimp on quality or quantity. You order an avocado BLT and it comes with an ENTIRE avocado, unlike some places that would do a spread or 2 little pieces to save a buck. I come to Panera often for lunch and will continue to do so. read more

I come here for the egg soufflets and they always run out of throw them away 11sharp so the never have them. I'm so sick of the service at this Panera someone should tell corporate they need to fire the manager read more

Healthy great food to sit or takeout on the go food is 10 stars an beyond infinity, can sit here an relax on mt stomach get full very very fast, fast, fresh, kinda pricey but worth it go an enjoy tell me how u like it read more

They never mess up my order! I'm vegetarian and always ask for no chicken in my Caesar salad and tortellini and they always get it right, unlike most Panera's I've been to. This Panera is, and always will be, my go to! read more

Second time there have been issues with this store. I ordered a whole salad and a half salad in the drive through. I got two half sizes but I paid for one and a half. Wow! read more

I was in there for lunch today and was quite pleased with the little wait time especially at 12pm. Patrick was our cashier and he was great! Doesn't get a 5 stars because the dining room is always in need of attention for cleanliness and tables being cleared. read more

Fast, fresh foood. They're always on point with orders, and if not they work quickly to fix it!

Danny (manager) was fantastic to communicate with and to get bagels all set for our first mops meeting today! Thank you for your generosity! They were fast and the quality was wonderful :) Happy bellies and happy mamas read more

It isn't the best service that I have gotten at a Panera, but I like the layout and the vibe there is good. I just have been to better ones in the cities with better service. Definitely check this place out. read more

The food is good, the service is good and the staff is friendly. It is a good place to meet with friends. I often sit there for a long time and use their WiFi. I also like sitting next to their fireplace in the winter. read more