Panera bread is always great. They serve amazing food every time. Great place for kids, families, dates, and working (they have free wifi). Also I love the electronic ordering system because it is completely customizable! Their bakery is awesome and always kept updated with the latest season. read more

i absolutely love panara and i go there often but lately ive been pissed off at the service. i ordered a pick up order last week and i got there 10 minutes after i ordered and ended up waiting 30 minutes for a salad. i called today and said that they were open and i went there and turns up they closed at 5:30. they need to manage their buisiness better and update their website if they are closing early. i'm now going to work without eating because i drove all the way so i could quickly eat but i guess they were too tired to close at their normal time. read more

I just signed up for a Panera card, and you get a free drink or pastry when you do. Then it racks up points and you get free stuff...I think...I was just thinking about getting my free iced Chai Latte because it's pefect. I would pick their drinks over starbucks anyday. Plus, there's no way you could get sick of Panera. And at Watters Creek, they are def the friendliest ever. The WiFi is NEVER slow which is a big deal when you're doing homework online. read more

Oh Panera! I enjoyed this place. They have a nice patio area where i can hang out with the ducks and its ducklings. The sun is in just the right spot for a relaxing lunch. The food - Ive ordered all types of food from this place, all of their salads are very flavorful and fresh tasting. The sandwiches are very good, especially the vegetarian. The soup is preferential, i wasnt a fan of the tomato until i had it with their grilled cheese (then my world started spinning again). The bread is highly addicting to any carb lovers out there. The deserts will have your mouth watering with indecision on what your sweet tooth wants b/c of the options. The drinks - The drinks are not like all the other cafe's I've been to, the green tea is my fav, they also have your average soft drink section. I tend to go for the teas which is always available. The staff - The staff has always been nice and helpful. They have always encouraged me to use my Panera card for points but i always forget to bring it.. You will always have my vote for the staff if i get greeted walking in and leaving the establishment and it was just that. My order has never been messed up and if it was it ended up in my favor :) read more

rip off! I've never been to Panera Bread before; got the flatbread Medit. Chicken I think; had 2 very thin dime size slivers of chicken on the entire sandwich so was basically a bread sandwich; was my daughters 18th BD so was too busy talking to her to even take it back, she finished eating her regular and I went over to Chic Filet! read more

Parking is always a nightmare at this location for me. Small parking lot with lots of other restaurants/shops (pf changs, cheescake factory and lots of small boutique shops), hard to get in and out of the place. Ordered the squash soup and flatbread sandwich and was delicious. Got me the wrong soup but quickly exchanged it and service was good. But I would avoid this location. The three times I've gone to this location, cars were circling to try to get a parking spot and was a very tight parking lot to navigate through and with cars backed up, felt trapped in the parking lot and took forever to find parking and get out of the lot. read more

Do not do rapid pickup at this location, my order was supposed to be ready at 6:15 and it is now 6:50 and they are just making it. When i asked the manager about my order she ignored me. Do not do rapid pickup at this location. And they threw my bread bowl into the bag and barely cared enough to wrap it read more

Panera Bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Allen, Texas

Let me start by saying I'm a fan of Panera, just not this location. It's 5:00pm so they've had plenty of time to cleanup from the lunch rush. The floors, beverage station and tables are disgusting. And how could you be out of baguettes? I think it's a bunch of young people "working" with no management supervision. read more

This location was a total letdown. I was expecting more in such a nice shopping area but the inside was so dirty. My food, a bagel, tasted fine. The fountain soda wasn't right - my Diet Pepsi looked almost clear. I was surprised how dirty the restaurant looked when my visit was early in the morning - just gross. Nothing appetizing about dirty tables, dirty floors and bathrooms. read more

I usually do not review things. But this Panera is by far the worst I've been to. The Mac and cheese wasn't even the right texture. I drove out of my way to get the Mac and cheese because I was craving it and I took one bite and through it out. It tasted nasty and it wasn't the right texture. Which is very sad considering all they do is throw it in the microwave. I'm very disappointed and frustrated that I don't have lunch for today now. read more

Treated rudely by the manager! My children and I visited the Panera in yesterday around 2 pm. It was not busy and there were a lot of empty tables in the dining area. However, we struggled to find a table that was clean. All the tables that can fit our party either had crumbs on the tables, had dishes and napkins on them, or the benches/chairs were dirty and greasy. I looked around for a bit and finally saw a worker walking by. I asked her politely to see if she can help us clean one of the booths. The first thing she said was "GO!" in a demanding tone and with an annoyed look on her face, then said "Tell me where you want to sit." I told her all the tables are dirty and please just clean this one for us. She replied loudly saying "Not all the tables are dirty" while walking away and told another young man to clean the table for us. She said it loud enough to catch the attention of the other patrons in the area. The young man apologized to us while cleaning the table and benches. I asked him for the name of the worker who was being rude to us because I need to talk to the manager. He said her name is Gina and she IS the manager. I was already upset by her rudeness, but after I found out she is the the manager, I took my children and left. Even though we were already quite hungry, we rather go somewhere else where we'll be treated with respect. I will not visit this Panera location anymore. Later I went home and read on Yelp that many others have had the same experience at this location. Obviously the manager(s) at the store are not doing their job, because all the complaints were about bad service and dirty dining area. Now that I have personally experienced Gina, the manager on duty's unprofessionalism and downright rudeness, I definitely am going to take my business somewhere else. read more

What a waste of time. This place is awful. Make your own salad and get bread at Kroger.

I never thought a Panera could be horrible I was wrong My first or second Yelp review 1. One person. Super slow order taking 2. Hot water for tea was cold. The staff was unapologetic about this 3. My wife's vegetarian salad came with bacon! Stay away from this panera if you can read more

This place is horrible. This was my first time eating at Panera. I went here with a few friends and when we looked at the menu and were ready to order, the workers just kept talking and laughing amonst themselves. We told them we were ready to order, and the looks on their faces because we had to stop their conversation, if looks can kill we'd all be dead. The girl that took our order was EXTREMELY rude to us, and she charged me twice for a drink when I said, twice, I didn't want a drink. We went to the tables to find a place to sit, and the tables were DISGUSTING. They had dirty plates EVERYWHERE, and food on the floor and on the tables, NONE of the tables were cleaned, and they had workers who could do it, but they were all too busy flirting with each other with their teenage hormones. One of the customers saw us and said, "You're gonna have to clean one of the tables yourselves. We told them twice about the tables and they said they'd bring someone to clean it but they never did so we eventually had to clean one of the tables ourselves." They showed us a rag that was lying around, so we cleaned our own tables, which we should have NOT done. We put the dishes on another dirty table and waited for our food. We waited 34 minutes for our food. We went up there twice and asked where our food was. The first time they said they forgot we ordered our food, and the second time they said it's almost ready (even though it took another 12 minutes to arrive to us, and it wasn't busy in there) and they'd bring it to us. When the guy came to give us our food, he looked at the table with the dirty plates, and turned to us looking angry and said, "Did you guys do that?" We said yes. Then he sighed and said, "Next time, if you WANT a table just come and tell us and we'll clean a table for you, okay? Don't be cleaning our tables." And we said, "Well we wouldn't have to clean the tables if you did it in the first place like you're suppsed to do." He didn't say anything after that and gave us our food, and after he gave us our food he walked passed all the dirty tables, including the one with all the plates that were on our table, he didn't pick them up or clean any of the tables. Now for the food, I'm not sure if all Panera's are like this, but I was not impressed at all. I got that bread bowl with the soup in it, and my soup was cold. It didn't really have much of a taste, and seemed like it was just laying around before they served it to me. And I always heard how the bread at Panera is "so good and warm and soft", that was the worst bread I've ever had. It was EXTREMELY stale, it tasted old, and when I bit into my bowl after I mostly finished my soup, I got a huge slit inside my mouth from the bread from it being so hard and stale. I started to taste blood and it hurt to talk or move my mouth. I didn't finish my food. My friends didn't finish their food either. One friend got a salad and she said the veggies tasted weird in her salad and the other got a sandwich and her bread as well was VERY stale and hard. We eventually left, and the tables still weren't cleaned (we were there for maybe over an hour). While we were leaving the workers didn't say goodbye, they just kept laughing and talking amongst themselves, not doing anything but running their mouths. Such disgusting service. I won't return to a Panera again. read more

Been to the location 3 times to pickup to go orders. None of the times has the service been quick but today was plain bad. My pick 2 order of a salad and sandwich took 15-20min to be prepared at 2:30 in the afternoon. After waiting the better part of a half hour my ordered was finished, but when I returned to my office and opened my bag there was only a salad no sandwich to be found. It's not worth driving back to his disorganized establishment. I'll simply not go back. read more

Horrible experience at this Panera location. My chicken was not cooked fully, and was gross to look at. Save yourself from overpaying, and spend your money on a TV dinner. It will look and taste better than this. read more

Panera Bread - Gross- chicken not cooked completely - Sandwiches Near Me - Allen, Texas

Terrible experience!!! It took 45 min for a cup of soup to go!!!!! Try a different Panera!! Don't go to this one!!!

Not happy this morning. Usually I love this store, but this morning both counter helpers were slicing bagels for a lady. I said hello. Not a look at me, hello, or one minute to me! Takes two to slice I suppose. Too bad. I opted for Starbuck's across Central read more

... 10$ for 1/2 a turkey blt ( the turkey tasted like it was frozen and thawed improperly) and salad ... I will not be returning to pay exorbitant prices for lack luster food . Here are a couple recommendations where the food is better and more cost effective ! potbelly sandwich's , subway , halal guys read more

Ok, so they microwave the breakfast sandwiches and they come up like molten lava, you can't even pick them up! Taste ok.

I've come here fairly often because it's right next to me. On every occasion I've eaten here, the tables are and restaurant overall is dirty. I can come in literally right at opening, and the tabletops will be sticky. I just don't think this place literally ever gets clean. I'm always seeing food just sitting in the window ready to be taken to customers, and it either sits there for 10 minutes before staff takes it out, or a customer checks on it themselves and grabs it. I can't tell you how many "sorry"s I've heard the staff here give to customers. You're not sorry, or you'd change and give actual decent customer service. In my experience, there's a 1/4 chance my order is incorrect, so I've learned I always have to check it here. Management is terrible, as none of the consistent problems here have ever improved. Looking into the kitchen, I've seen multiple health code violations. This place is a disaster. If you've got the option to go to any other Panera, do it. read more

I used to eat at Panera a lot when I lived in WI but when I relocated to Dallas, I couldn't find them as easily. The Broccoli Cheese Soup will always be my favorite and this store is conveniently located in the Shops at Watters Creek. The new rapid pickup option is great to run in and get a great meal during lunch without having to wait all day. read more

If you are looking for an overpriced sandwich that tastes like something you can make at home, then come to Panera Bread. The reason for the 3 star rating is really the price. Other local sandwich shoppes offer delicious, healthy sandwiches at much lower prices. I come to Panera Bread simply because their location is close to work and they offer nice patio seating. As far as what to order, I recommend their turkey-avocado sandwich and any of their dessert offerings. read more

Their service is very slow. I ordered a salad and waited more than 20mins. When I ask about my order, the manager told me just sit there, they will bring it to you. Most of employees were just sit there and chat. Very upset about their service. read more

I absolutely love Panera Bread and this location is fantastic. While I have attended and witnessed some of the issues others are facing, the atmosphere and service is wonderful and I highly recommend visiting read more

I like Panera for it's fairly healthy options. Got a 'You Pick 2' order with the Spicy Thai Chicken Salad and BBQ Chicken Flatbread. Both were decent with good portion sizes; felt pretty stuffed after. The bread that came in the side was cold and rock hard which I was a little disappointed about. The waiter tried to take it back to the kitchen to warm it up but they weren't able to due to sanitary purposes which is understandable so I wish it was brought out warm in the first place. Overall, this location is okay especially if you're looking to get a quick lunch in. read more

Need to improve the Rapid Pickup Ordering I place orders online to pickup and pay for them online. We picked up order tonight and a huge part of our order was missing. We didn't realize till we got home and tried to call the manager. We were put on hold and then hung up. I guess we are out of our money for the food we paid for and tried to pickup to expedite our dinner tonight.......BAD CHOICE!!!!!!!! read more

Try to find another place to eat in the area. Panera Bread was so below par, that I wondered why it is still open. A friend and I were in there today for lunch, at 11:30. At peak time, there were only two registered open, and occasionally only one open. The line went back to the doors. I ordered the new Flatbread BBQ Chicken and Clam Chowder. My friend ordered a Ham n Cheese on Rye sandwich and Summer Corn Chowder. There were vacant tables but none had been cleaned. I finally asked a employee to have our's cleaned which she did herself. Then she went and opened a third register. My Flatbread sandwich was barely warm, and was so "flat" it looked like it had been sat on! My soup was tasty, but was also slightly warm. My friend only ate one bite of her sandwich. The bread was dry, and there were no condiments on the sandwich. It appeared to be just thrown together. She said her soup was good, but only warmed slightly. I went back and stood in a long line to buy us two Pecan Peach Muffins. They were very moist. However, the one chuck of peach in the center of each muffins was lacking. What has happened to Panera Bread? There is so much competition in the area. They need to get their act together. read more

Ehh food was alright, not worth the $8 for some cheaply made pasta and the location itself was nasty dirty. It would have been cleaner to sit outside. The table lamp shade had food splatter all over it and it looked like it hadn't been cleaned in a while. Then as I got up there was food stuck to the bottom of my shoe! The cashier Amanda seemed like she was just so "thrilled" to be at work. When I asked to ad something to the order she got annoyed and told me she would have to go and void the whole thing and start completely over. Um we hadn't even paid yet! Won't ever be back to this location. read more

I ordered the turkey avocado bacon sandwich. My only complaint is that the bacon was a little wimpy but other than that it was very good. There was ample seating, the place was clean, service was quick, and the employees are polite and friendly. I'd like to add that it pays to have a Panera card. It doesn't cost anything and every time I go there (once every couple of months) I get something for free. Today I got $5 off my total bill. Yay! read more

The Chicken Ceaser Salad was great! Broccoli cheddar soup was awesome too! The layout of the place is modern and private. Its a good place to hangout! read more

The food is always good because it is Panera but having to wait 45min to an hour for a salad is beyond ridiculous. The employees are basically lost trying to deliver food. The management is non existent. When people have been waiting over a hour for Panera the manager should at least come out and speak to their customers. Will never come to this location again! read more

Placed an online order at :11.55. Was told delivery would occur between 12:30 and 1:05. At 1:15 my food had not yet arrived/been delivered. I will NOT order from Panera for delivery again. good food but horrible service. And - no complimentary food, coupon or apology were offered. read more

I had to listen to the cashier and the lady in front of me talk forever about getting nails done, so my order quickly went from a lot to just a cup of coffee. The coffee order was too difficult for the girl to understand, so I had to get the sock puppets out and explain it. Every table had old plates on it that nobody cleaned up, plenty of staff, no customers , no excuse. Took forever to get a single cup of coffee. I rarely bitch because I get it that everything may not be all it seems. Let's put this in perspective. I downloaded yelp just to leave a review. This place is poorly run with clearly no supervision. read more

$6 for half a sandwich that is about the size of cigarette pack, with one slice tomato and a few small piece of cheese (Mediterranean sandwich). Anywhere else you will get much much more for your money. I also ordered Caesar salad the full size. I paid over $8 and the same deal again... small portion. I spent $14 and I'm nit even full. It's not my first time eating in Panera bread, but its the first time at this location. I was very disappointed but since the food is fresh and tasty Il give it another try. read more

Love using the rapid pick up option with online ordering. The food is always fresh and the staff is friendly. I love the bbq chicken salad and the thai chicken salad. A shortbread cookie is always a good way to end a meal as well. Hubby loves the toffee nut, but I am allergic :( If you order online your order will be ready within 10 minutes and paid for ready to go. Don't wait in line! read more

I swear there is nothing better then soup and bread. Hot soup and bread is the ultimate comfort food. I really enjoy their soup and half sandwich here. I pretty much had almost all their soup here and they are all pretty good. For breakfast the souffles are amazing! must try there souffles, they are really good. read more

I got there at 6:30 on a thursday night, there were only a handful customers, still, it took them 25 minutes to het my food ready, not happy. read more

Love the clam chowder bread bowl on Fridays. This location is small, but in a nice shopping area. It is very clean and newer. Parking is a B at this location on busy days. When ordering 3 soups (one in a bread bowl and 2 not), and a sandwich, I needed to wait about 10 minutes. They are changing the Low Fat Chicken Noodle soup which scares me because it is fabulous. The mac n cheese is OK, but super over priced. The tomato basil bread is my fav, and is fantastic to use for grilled cheese. read more

Kriss took my order and she was very friendly! I had the Thai Chicken salad and I thought it was perfect. The dressing was extra good. I don't usually visit Panera as I had a bad experience at another location, but this one on Bethany Rd was so much different. Nice staff, the place was clean, and the food was perfect! read more