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    Panera Bread

    3.0 (54 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    So this was my first time trying Panera bread. I didn't expect much, it was a last resort. However, it has turned into a top pick after my experience today. Zavier/Zay at the register made my experience 10/10 with great pointers and tasty recommendations. I had the Bacon Mac (9.5) and creamy chicken/wild rice soup (100/10). I'll totally recommend and definitely will be back. Thanks Zay for the excellent service and thank you Panera for the delicious food.

    Mango Smoothie and chicken chipotle sandwich.
    Joe S.

    Can't really say something about the customer service since I ordered online, because of the cover-19. But they did make the food in 10 minutes which was awesome. In Addition the food was freaking good honestly I loved it so tasty and delicious. I got the Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt and a mango smoothie on the side. Also the sandwich was a pretty good size the mango smoothie not so much wish they had a bigger size. Furthermore I recommend this Panera Bread location.

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    Ward D.

    A great place for breakfast This restaurant is located on the northeast side of the Tom Hill Sr Blvd and Northside Drive. It shares the building with one other business and is surrounded by parking lots so there is plenty of parking. As an added bonus there are electric vehicle charging stations across from this location. The store has parking inside and outside. The inside seating has the usual setup with a mix of booths tables and side seating. It has the muted colors that the Panera Decor is known for. The outside seating portion is very tastefully done with a separation wall and several tables to the right of the entrance. As with all other Panera restaurants, you can order online and inside. The counter is to the left as you enter and the menu is mounted behind it. The staff was very friendly and courteous in taking our order. We got their quiches. As usual, they were delicious and served on real plates with real silverware. The inside area was not busy and was very clean. The only downside is the prices are high and getting higher for their food. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience and I would recommend it to fellow travelers to the area.

    "Everything" bagel.  Seriously??  Where's the Quality control?? Using extra cream cheese on this one.
    Amanda J.

    This Panera branch never seems to hit the mark. I've stood in line unable to get service at the counter because it's "Bagel Tuesday" (or Wednesday, or whatever) and they're too busy (and understaffed) preparing preorders. My husband has returned home with everything from undercooked to burned bagels. Recently their "everything" bagel appeared to be more of a poppy and sesame bagel. So disappointing. Anyone know of a good bagel shop in Macon??

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    This has the best cookies the m&m cookies are so GOOD I had nothing else and the apple chips are good (MID)

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    Food is always good at Panera, it's the cashier. I don't think she liked her job, she was arguing with customers!

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    Pho Cali

    Pho Cali

    4.6
    (109 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    You can't go wrong with pho and this place was no exception. The service was quick and our server…read morewas really friendly. The pho was flavorful and they gave a decent amount of meat for the price. With not many pho options around Macon, I am glad this place exists!

    I recently returned from out of town where I had some incredible Vietnamese food, and since then…read moreI've been on a mission to find something that hits that same craving locally. After seeing the stellar reviews, I decided to give Pho Cali Vietnamese Soup & Grill a try. I've now ordered from them three separate times to give a fair, honest take. Ordering online has been easy each time, and my go-to has been the seafood stir-fried noodles. My first order was actually really good. The seafood and vegetables were fresh, perfectly cooked, and flavorful, though there were quite a few noodles and they leaned a bit mushy. My second visit, I ordered the same dish and it came with lo mein noodles instead, which changed the texture and overall experience in a way I didn't enjoy as much. On my third try, I went in hoping to recreate that first experience, but it landed a bit underwhelming again. That said, the fried calamari was a standout, crispy, well seasoned, and honestly some of the best I've had. While I haven't dined in yet, the few interactions I've had during pickups have been pleasant. The staff is friendly, the space appears clean, and the ambiance feels cozy and inviting. Based on the reviews, I know the pho is what many people come for, so that will definitely be my next order. Overall, it's a spot I'm willing to revisit, especially to explore more of the menu beyond what I've tried so far.

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    Front counter
    Front counter
    Fish balls with sweet and spicy sauce, very layered textures and flavor
    Fish balls with sweet and spicy sauce, very layered textures and flavor
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    The Rookery

    The Rookery

    4.2
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    Stopped in for dinner after work midweek. Sat at the bar which felt like being in a little piece of…read morehistory with its polished wood and dim lighting. Bar tender was funny, friendly and accommodating. Burger was on point and the onion rings fire. Ordered the James Brown's Black & Blue which was fantastic paired with Horse's Neck.

    Wasn't impressed at all for being open for 50 years! I ordered the Cobb salad with what I assumed…read morewould be blacked salmon because that's how it shows on the menu on their website. Got the salad & it was a pretty underdone piece of salmon after asking for it well done. Asked the waiter why it wasn't blackened (out of curiosity) still ate it & called it good & told me we had to ask for it blackened. It was a very basic boring salad with a frozen piece of salmon for $20. My husband ordered a burger & fries. The burger was really good & he got goat cheese & bacon on it. The fries on the other hand were not it. Bummer because they are supposedly hand cut. They were drenched in oil. Like to the point that you couldn't even eat a few without feeling awful. They were soggy & heavy. Think homemade fries but in a super old fryer with lots of crisco. Overall very underwhelming for a place with such high reviews. Won't be back! Gotta step up it up if you guys plan to stay in business for another 50 years!

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    Is he the owner? This bartender has been the best! Very attentive.
    Is he the owner? This bartender has been the best! Very attentive.
    Chicken Salad Sandwich*
    Chicken Salad Sandwich*
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    What a cool place!

    Panera Bread - sandwiches - Updated July 2026

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