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    Panera Bread

    2.6 (108 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    PANERA BREAD ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Sam T.

    Yet another beautiful morning at the Panera Bread location in Plainsboro today. Sipping my coffee as the sun rises in the background. Love this place.

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    Bob M.

    Orders have finally been right when they bring them out so that's a good thing. I usually get inky salads from here and they are good. Disappointed, this is the second time they have no French baguette bread..

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    Christopher H.

    Overall, it's a Panera, so the food is as expected and consistent with all of the other locations that I have visited. This location also offers delivery and they are always very fast. The food typically arrives within 1/2 hour of ordering and the delivery drivers are so friendly. I have only ever had an issue when ordering takeout. There was one time I saw my name displayed on the screen when're is says, "preparing". So I waited and waited and waited. Eventually my name disappeared from the preparing screen and never appeared again. I then expected my food to be ready but there was nothing to be found. I then spoke to an employee who said they didn't have a few of the items that I ordered. So, rather than telling me about this and letting me know that it was missing, they just got rid of my order. I was puzzled and I ended up waiting for about 45 minutes for food that was supposed to be ready In about 10. Anyway, aside from this issue, I have been consistently pleased with my food here and still love the delivery option.

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    GT M.

    Panera Bread has been my favorite chain for a better-for-you breakfast with natural food items. For breakfast, I have been ordering the white eggs, avocado, Swiss cheese on the Asiago or cranberry and walnuts bagels. You can customize your order. The size portion has been fair. At this location, the service has been consistently efficient and friendly. The venue has been clean with large windows allowing the natural light. It has been easy to park on the free shopping center parking lot. This casual restaurant is located within a walking distance from Five Guys, CVS, Planet Fitness, etc.

    Christina S.

    I give this chain 5 stars because WYSIWYG. It's Panera, you should know that going in. Soup, bread, pastry, sandwiches... Nothing here with blow your socks off, but seriously, that's not what you came here for. Lots of kids and families on a Saturday after soccer. Are you surprised? You shouldn't be...it's Panera. They are good at what they do. Nothing more, nothing less.

    Sumana K.

    1) All orders are packaged "to-go" so no real plates or utensils, even if you eat there. 2) Trendy Kiosks at the front to order from if you are paying with a credit card. 3) Plenty of seating area WITH outlets, so a great new study spot in town. 4) Very friendly staff and good service. 5) Free coffee refills!! Panera, welcome to the Plainsboro family!

    Dirty disgusting counters with laminate separating from the cabinets.

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    We placed a last minute to-go order for a large group and everything came out super fast. The food was great quality too!

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    Everything was sold out. My feet stuck to the floor. The bathroom seat was hanging off and dirty as hell.

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    No thanks. Food quantity and quality is less than adequate. I'll pass on this Panera.

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    The slowest Panera in the known universe...I just don't know what else to say. Breakfast lunch and dinner ....and all times in between...

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    3 years ago

    Ryan is very nice. Gave me a free cookie. Place is very cozy and the drinks are very good. Come here.

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    Good souffle, which was really a egg and cheese on croissant base. Fast service in the morning when we went

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    4.4(184 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Excellent sushi-- my favorite is the mother of dragon -- sooooooo good…read more I also like the general t'sos chicken and ask for extra spice .... We take out often but if you're really hungry go for the Buffett -- they offer japense, thai and chinese options-- definitely worth it

    Hiro is an AYCE sushi buffet that also offers a la carte services. I have been here multiple times…read moreand can safely say that this is probably the best AYCE sushi buffet in the Central NJ area. Even if there is a wait, we have never waited longer than 30 minutes for a table. The service is very prompt and waiters are very good at checking on you and refilling your drinks, cleaning up your table, or asking you if everything is good. The food is ordered via paper and pencil, you select what you want and provide it to the waiter. They send the order to the kitchen and you receive the food when it comes out. For an AYCE buffet, the fish quality is consistently pretty good at Hiro. They offer Nigiri and Sashimi on the menu, as well as classic and specialty rolls. If I could suggest one thing it'd be adding hand rolls to the menu. The tuna and salmon here are consistently good and the yellowtail was surprisingly good. They have a bunch of different appetizers ranging from edamame, sushi pizza, to tartar, most of them are actually very good. The kitchen entrees are very good as well such as the kimchi fried rice and the Mongolian beef. Although it's not the most spacious inside, the way they set up the booths and tables it gives you enough separation from other tables to not feel super crammed inside. Highly recommended for an AYCE sushi spot in Central NJ!

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    Hiro Asian Bistro - Crab Rangoon, Takoyaki, Fried scallop, and Beef short ribs

    Crab Rangoon, Takoyaki, Fried scallop, and Beef short ribs

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    3.9(34 reviews)
    3.6 mi

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    I am Vietnamese that grew up with many aunties making the most amazing to the most pungent and…read moredelicious meals growing up. As an adult, I made it a mission to visit Vietnamese restaurants at any location I go to whether it's for work or my kids traveling team. This place had all Chinese servers. Not a big deal but a red flag to the awful food that came out. The two stars are bc service was fine otherwise 1 star! Summer roll - goi cuon - not wrapped tightly and the noodle was wet. No herbal veggie like a mint leaf or chives. Just some sliced carrots and lettuce. Bo luc lac - way too much bbq sauce that was overpowering. I didn't bother to pour over the fish sauce bc it would be way too much sauce that contradicts. No Vietnamese flavors at all unless they counting the fish sauce Bun Bo hue -Watered down broth. Very little flavors. No pork hock or trotter, blood clot, tendons, and pungent taste of shrimp paste. Barely tasted the fish sauce. No side dishes of herb Mango salad - wet mushy and little flavors

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    Wonder Pho - Wonder Pho Dine-in Area

    Wonder Pho Dine-in Area

    Wonder Pho - Classic Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwich (Smoked Ham, Viet Charcuterie, Minced Pork w. Marrow Pate & Mayo, topped with pickled vegetables)

    Classic Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwich (Smoked Ham, Viet Charcuterie, Minced Pork w. Marrow Pate & Mayo, topped with pickled vegetables)

    Wonder Pho - Spring Rolls (4pcs), served with Nuoc Cham Peanut Sauce

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    Spring Rolls (4pcs), served with Nuoc Cham Peanut Sauce

    Sumi Ramen

    Sumi Ramen

    4.1(119 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Had the chicken katsu ramen to go -- it was so dang delicious .. perfectly fried chicken, the broth…read morewas delicous, and the egg The service was quick but I would love to sit down and have it served smoking hot to truly enjoy it

    I have never been to this restaurant, but the first time I experienced Sumi Ramen was when my…read moreemployer placed an order for one of our coworkers who had a birthday. The sushi was amazingly delicious. Everything was packaged neatly and looked very clean. The roll was delicious. I went home and told my husband all about it. I got the sunshine roll. A couple days later, I couldn't stop thinking about what I wanted for lunch and the sunshine roll popped into my mind and my mouth started to instantly water. It filled me up perfectly and the flavor was beyond delicious so I made a call and ordered for pick up when I walked into the restaurant . The place was beautifully decorated and very clean this time I ordered the sunshine roll and the Philadelphia roll. The prices were very good and my food was ready promptly. The hostess was beautiful and kind and professional. I took my lunch back to my office and enjoyed it thoroughly after work. I told my husband about my experience and how beautifully decorated the place is and he said that our next date night will be there. I cannot wait for him to try this amazing sushi. I know we will become regulars. I am so excited to return. See you soon Sumi Rahman.

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    Sumi Ramen
    Sumi Ramen
    Sumi Ramen

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    Black Pearl Coffee

    Black Pearl Coffee

    4.5(57 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    I visited Black Pearl for the first time between some meetings and am so happy I took a chance on a…read morenew cafe instead of my tried and true in the area. It's cozy, cute, welcoming, and has a really unique menu! Firstly, the space: I walked in, looked around and immediately felt like I had just popped into someone's house. I mean, it IS basically a house turned cafe and I love that it still has the homey feel. There are big and small tables and even a couch. I loved that people were there having lunch alone, coffee with friends and even hunkered down with a laptop like myself. The team: So sweet! Let me know some recommendations, let me take my time looking at the menu and brought everything out to me when it was ready. I got an oat milk latte (my usual) and the Pearl sandwich. Both delicious. The coffee was hot and delicious and gave me the caffeine kick I needed. And The Pearl was more like avocado toast with smoked salmon, capers and some kind of sauce drizzled on top. Delicious! And a very generous portion. It made me think I need to absolutely get a jar of capers to add to my usual snacks at home. The rest of the menu looked equally as delicious and intriguing. If you are in the area looking for a casual lunch (think paper plates) you'll like it here. Enjoy!

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    Black Pearl Coffee - Inside

    Inside

    Black Pearl Coffee - Scones were good

    Scones were good

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    Baguette Bistro - N9. Beef Rib Pho

    Baguette Bistro

    4.5(205 reviews)
    5.2 mi
    $$

    This place did have really good baguettes and sandwiches. As well as good Vietnamese food and boba…read moredrinks. The ambiance is really nice too due to the amazing scents and how quiet it tends to be inside. The service as well is really good too as they are very nice and able to get everything with pretty much no problems at all. The flavor of all the food was fantastic and there is nothing wrong with any of it. I would for sure go back here any day rather it be for lunch or dinner. This is a good place to check out whenever you're here in East Windsor or need to get a quick bite. For lunch or dinner, this is the place to go. No complaints or anything otherwise as it is worth checking this place out if you can.

    - Service: Unfriendly. I just need a couple minutes to read my favorite book aka the menu, and yet…read morethat guy worked that shift really rushed me like they were closing soon. THEY WERE NOT. It was 2pm when I came in. - Ambiance: It looks kinda depressing to me tbh. - Food: Okay I know I made a mistake to order another dish that's not pho or banh mi here but hear me out! Bun Thit Nuong - BBQ Pork Vermicelli is one of my favorite Vietnamese dishes ever! It was also hot that day so I wasn't in any mood for a hot bowl of pho you know. + Back to the dish I had, it wasn't good. I'm not sure if they dyed the meat but it looked weirdly red, the vermicelli could be cooked a bit longer. The flavor wasn't that good. I wouldn't order any vermicelli here again. However, people in my area love this place for their pho and banh mi so I may comeback to try it again and update this review.

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    Baguette Bistro - Relaxing atmosphere

    Relaxing atmosphere

    Baguette Bistro - Fish balls catering tray

    Fish balls catering tray

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