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Panera Bread

3.2 (271 reviews)
InexpensiveSandwiches, Salad, Soup
Open • 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Dogs allowed

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Pick 2 meal combo
Clint C.

$28 for a half a sandwich chips and cup of soup meal deal with lemonade is wild. Soup was old, I'll drive extra to stonefire grill next time. Food was mid especially for the price.

Chessa D.

Delicious mac and cheese, mini brownie bites, and the blueberry lavender cold tea from the Sip Club--so refreshing! Excellent service by Breanna, Josh, Eric, Xavier, all staff--they all deserve special holiday recognition. Clean, inviting environment. Perfect spot for studying, working, and getting things done, increasing, productivity. God bless!

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Randy B.

Another Panera location for me to try. Consistent experience from location to location. I really enjoy being able to go to a Panera in LA and a Panera in Ohio or anywhere and enjoy the same great food, same great service and comfortable surrounding. This location is right off Ventura Blvd. parking lot is in the rear, although it can get tight at times, but parking should be good. You can also park in the front on Ventura Blvd. if need be. Entrance in front and back as well. Their food, pastries, baked goods and fruit is fresh and have plenty of healthy options vs many casual sit down spots or fast food locations. I can feel good about visiting here for lunch or dinner and get a healthy meal anytime. I do recommend looking for deals, coupons, etc. as it can get pricey. Thankfully, they normally have promos, deals, coupons, etc. to help if you look for them. Also, I highly recommend joining the Sip Club, you pay a monthly or yearly fee to get unlimited drinks every two hours everyday, great deal. My go to is the Ranch Cobb salad with chicken, yum! Enjoy!

Maddy M.

While this is a nice location on the inside, I was a little disappointed in my experience here. The cashier however was super nice and professional! I went in for breakfast and got a bagel and cream cheese and a coffee. Their bagel selection is kind of limited, but they are decent bagels. I ordered my bagel to go and they gave it to me with the cream cheese on the side. I wish they put it on the bagel for you! I was also excited to get a cup of the hazelnut coffee. The coffee area was nice and organized, but the coffee wasn't hot. I asked someone behind the counter if I could get a fresh cup of the hazelnut coffee, and they poured me some from the fresh pot in the back. However, it still wasn't hot. The temperature was warm at best. I hadn't visited a Panera in a really long time, and I'm not in a big rush to go back.

Candace B.

Panera Bread has always been one of my favorite spots to eat since I first discovered them back when I worked foe the city - it was my daily lunch choice. I became even a bigger fan when I found out that instead of throwing away their daily freshly baked items, they donate it to organizations that feed the homeless communities. Now, I find out they also participate in the TooGoodToGo program (app) where they sell for a minimal fee surprise bags, in this case $5.49, again, instead of throwing away the items not purchased. I was pleasantly surprised with my bag. I was able to choose what I wanted from the bakery items. I chose all my favorites. Panera is at the top of my list. I also purchased dinner while I was there and had a half asian salad with chicken noodle soup, a bag of chips and baguettes with a large passion green tea (my favorite green tea on the planet). The customer service was top notch and the place was clean. They have meter parking in the front and parking in the rear. I will be back.

Container filled less than 1/4 full
Kate S.

I hate leaving a bad review but I genuinely hope this changes because it's happened to me the past few times. I usually order a salad and every time I receive it, the dressing containers are less than 1/4 of the way filled. I even ordered extra dressing (and paid extra btw) and even though I received 4 containers, they all had barely any dressing in them. Certainly not enough for the entire salad. If anyone from Panera is seeing this, please ask your employees to make sure to actually fill the containers. It's such a disappointment when you get home and realize the mistake.

Italian sub
John J.

The term Value has gone out of the window. Reluctantly, after getting outraged by Fat Sal's I went to Panera. At least I was respected as a customer, in contrast to @fatsals. I felt like having an Italian sub. For the older people, do you remember getting a nice crispy Italian roll, with Italian dressing loaded with salami, mortadella and provolone cheese garnished with shredded lettuce and tomato? Well either that memory in mind, I got on the inshore computer and saw a good looking sub. So I ordered it. What a disappointment. The only good fact about the sandwich was the bread. It was tasty. I could hardly taste the meat in the sandwich. It was more like Cuban Panini than an Italian sub. I remember when I had my chain of restaurants, we put five ounces of meat on our sandwiches. It was no wonder we sold more than a thousand sandwiches daily. That is including catering orders. How do these places like Panera and Fat Sal's stay in business? How? I am stunned. I guess due to shortness of time and lack of good options people go for convenience. Maybe I should get back into restaurant business.

1/2 oh turkey cheddar sandwich
David H.

Amazing Turkey & Cheddar. I love that it comes as two snall sandwiches making it easy to eat. ( attach pictures just one of the sandwiches). Americano iced was strong & refreshing. The manager was helpful and went above and beyond. Easy parking on the street in front or a small lot in the rear. Great selection of Breads and Pastries besides soups, sandwiches on all sorts of things..

Greek Salad
Ron W.

All good this visit - was able to use my $ 2 off coupon for one of their new sandwiches . They followed my specs and added cucumber and cut in half as requested- bravo !!

Royce C.

This Panera's got a nicer vibe than the one in Studio City for sure. Ordered a salad and BBQ chicken sandwich. Sandwich was just OK, but I threw some salad in there, and it took it up a notch. Pro tip: mix it up!

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Gary N.

Smallest Panera location I ever been, even the parking lot was smaller, this one also sharing space with another business called Dry Bar. Anyway I like this location because it was cleaner, also a lot of charging outlets so I could sit enjoy my drink and charge my devices at the same time. Such a tiny place in the middle of an area I would never expect a Panera would be placed, also Eddie Murphy has a house somewhere in Encino ;)

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My favorite is always the tomato soup. That's the best for cold, rainy days. Great for also group meals.

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Domingo's Italian Deli - Classic Meatball Sandwich

Domingo's Italian Deli

(546 reviews)

$$

Encino

I drive past Domingo's everyday coming home from work and never notice, until I was looking for a…read moregood Italian sandwich shop. After checking Yelp it lead me to Domingo's and thier sandwiches looks fantastic on thier website. Domingo's is an Italian grocery store that also serves Italian sandwiches and pizzas. The deli is in the back of the store and you order at the register. I ordered the following sandwiches. SPICY DOM- This was fantastic. The Italian roll was nicely toasted and layered with spicy salame,spicy ham,mortadell,spicy soppressata,lettuce, tomatoes, red onions,pepperoni and spicy giadiniera spread and Italian dressing. The best way is to eat it freshly made there. We took it to go and the bottom bread got a little soggy but overall a delicious sandwich. HOT CLASSIC MEATBALL- This was for was just ok. The meatballs didn't feel let meatballs at all, more let chunky ground beef. The marinara sauce was good. FYI there's a little wait when after ordering your sandwiches so be patient. I waited about 10-15 minutes for my sandwich since there was one person ahead of me. Until my next visit.

Cute Italian deli on Ventura blvd. My fiancé and I were…read morewalking in the area and decided to walk in for sandwiches. I ordered the Pastramissimo, pastrami sandwich. It's different from your traditional pastrami sandwich but it was delicious and filling. The pickles and mustard combination goes great with their bread which is amazing! I do wish my bread was toasted a bit more but still it was really good.

The Carving Board - Caesar Sandwich + side Salad

The Carving Board

(1.3k reviews)

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Tarzana

I'm writing to you from the Burro Flats painted cave - and here I shall spend the rest of my days -…read morebecause there's no reason to participate in society anymore. All the answers to all the mysteries have been answered, including (but not limited to): What is life's purpose? Is there an afterlife? Why is Ed Sheeran famous? I've studied the holy texts. I've followed a guru. I've attended silent retreats. None had the powers of illumination harnessed within the fresh-baked $8 cookies from The Carving Board. Specifically the chocolate chip cookie and the lemon coconut cookie. (The Turkey Dinner sandwich ain't too shabby, either. (Ask for extra gravy.)) I'll see you soon in the caves. Bring firewood. And more cookies.

I felt like staying home for this visit with the Carving Board and it still felt like an awesome…read moreexperience! I ordered the Health Nut and a side of Turkey Chili. I also got Deep Fried Oreos since someone mentioned they got some at a fair recently. The Health Nut made me feel great while I was eating and after I ate it as well. It is hard to not eat an item filled with avocado, mushrooms, pickled vegetables, baby cucumbers, cashews, chimichurri and sunflower seeds on vegan telera! The side dish of the chili made it a great combination. As for the dessert, four Oreo cookies that were battered and deep fried with powdered sugar and Ghirardelli chocolate made this wholesome meal one of the best I had in awhile! I really enjoy this place and the variety that the menu offers!

Cricca's Italian Deli & Subs - Godfather sandwich on a soft roll.

Cricca's Italian Deli & Subs

(1.1k reviews)

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Woodland Hills

Our office gets lunches catered all the time! Owned by a great family which we love to support!!…read moreEverything on the menu is delicious especially the cannoli's!! No doubt we'll be ordering again soon! We love Cricca's Deli! See you soon!

Ok. I've seen this place online and thought to myself "if I'm ever in Woodland Hills, I'm going…read morehere". Well.....today was the day. It's a small Italian deli that hits the way you want it to. To the right as soon as you walk in, there's seats and a table where you can wait for your to go order or to eat there. The entire shop was clean, neat and orderly. It's sensory overload walking in. There's a lot going on. The menu is massive. I knew what I wanted after doing some homework before arriving so I was ready. The lady that took my order couldn't have been more of a pleasure to deal with. I placed my order, paid, tipped and sat down. A few minutes later, I had what is probably the best sandwich I've had this year. I should have sat in the parking lot and enjoyed it but I wanted the elbow room because I knew this was a monster. After I got home and unwrapped this behemoth, I instantly knew it was worth the drive. The Dillinger (which is what I ordered) has Pastrami, Meatballs, Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Mozz Cheese, Garlic Butter and Marinara Sauce. If there's a better (big back) sandwich, I'll wait for your reply. This was soooooo gooood. In every bite you could taste each ingredient separately and it was an explosion of flavors. I ordered a small cup of their marinara sauce to dip/drizzle on each bite.....couldn't have been a better decision. Worth it. The 3 ladies that were working the front counter (around noon on 4/23) were the best. Just an all around great experience and fantastic food. I'll be back soon FOR SURE!!!!

Arais Machane Yehuda LA

Arais Machane Yehuda LA

(269 reviews)

Tarzana

If you're into bold, meat-heavy bites with serious flavor, Arais Machane Yehuda absolutely…read moredelivers. The ribeye arais was the standout--crispy, toasted pita on the outside with insanely juicy, well-seasoned ribeye packed inside. Every bite had that perfect balance of crunch and richness, and it didn't need much sauce, but the dips on the side took it up another level. The lamb arais was just as impressive--slightly more gamey (in a good way), super tender, and loaded with spices that gave it a deep, savory kick. You can tell they're not holding back on quality or flavor here. The sides tied everything together--the fresh tomato salad cut through the richness, and the pickles and sauces added that extra punch to keep every bite interesting. Overall, this spot is all about simple food done really right--crispy, juicy, flavorful, and satisfying. Definitely a must if you're craving something hearty and different.

Arais Machane Yehuda LA, is a unique, one of a kind, Israeli Restaurant, serving food that is not…read morefound anywhere, in the SFV or even in LA. It gets its name and style of cooking simple Israeli food, from the famous market, of the same name, in Jerusalem. Important to note that Arais (Arayes), is actually a street food. Essentially, a homemade small triangular pita, stuffed with succulent meat, then freshly baked on a continuous rotating large plate, at the center of a gas fire clay oven called the "taboon". The menu here is very basic, but high in quality, ingredients and freshness. There are also other offerings. The owner is charming and most welcoming to all the patrons. Yes, there is love and affection. He has personality, that you hardly ever see in any restaurant. Providing complimentary tastings of his items, while you wait for their preparation and production, to go. In my case, small portions of the warm garbanzo beans with freshly made (silky and smooth) hummus, then pickles and onions, also with dipping. Both fantastic. If you do not get Arias when you are here, you are missing the point, or maybe in the wrong place. My choice was Lamb Arias, to go. 4 crisp and charred triangular pieces fresh off the taboon, accompanied with regular and green tahini sauces, and a small, unimpressive tomato onion salad ($26). The lamb meat was juicy, well seasoned and cooked perfect. Also, as a side, I added the Potatoes "Medura" ($7). This was truly amazing. Thick longitudinal wedges, well browned on the outside and soft on the inside. Overall, an unforgettable experience. Excellent service, fantastic food, and an unforgettable warm and comfortable experience.

Uncle Bernie's Deli - Full Hot Tongue Sandwich

Uncle Bernie's Deli

(676 reviews)

$$

Encino

Uncle Bernie's feels like home the moment you walk in -- where everybody knows your name and every…read moretable feels like it's waiting just for you. The staff is genuinely kind, the service is effortless, and the energy is all heart. Come hungry, because the portions are big, comforting, and made to satisfy. And the albondigas soup... absolutely unforgettable -- the best this side of the Rio Grande. If you want a place that's welcoming, delicious, and easy to settle into, this is it.

Uncle Bernies, my absolute favorite Deli in all of the San Fernando Valley. The food is fresh top…read morequality and the portions are above plentiful I always take home leftovers. Norm has not chosen to lower the quality as some other deli's have. The menu is extensive and very inviting. Service is always top notch. The wait staff is very accommodating and friendly. They all remember who you are. Since I've been a customer for many years and when I come in for breakfast, they know I need my coffee!!! Thank you Bobby and others. Janet, Sharon and Karen, can't say enough good things about you. Norm, always nice to chat. And this goes to all the staff, friendly and very accommodating. Ambiance? Its busy. And busy is excellent because you know the food is always fresh. The restaurant is clean, bright, and the restrooms are clean. They have enough staff to accommodate the patrons when it's busy. For me, I like a busy restaurant. Keep up the excellent work Norm. You all always make me feel welcome

Versailles - Arroz Con Pollo

Versailles

(1.4k reviews)

$$

Encino

Love their food especially the garlic chicken. Whenever we have friends who invite us to eat out…read moreand have never heard of Versailles, we immediately tell them, let's go there. The servers look like they've been there awhile which shows they're satisfied with the work environment. They are always nice and very helpful. This resto is one of our faves now and will always be one of our go to places to eat. If you haven't eaten here, you gotta go today

I never imagined giving this place only one star. Quite frankly, if I could, I would give them 1…read moreminus! I have been to this place so many times in the past 20-some years, and I just loved their "Famoso Pollo Versailles", especially with their delicious BBQ sauce. I can't recall how long it was since I/we've been there to eat, but I always had good memories of the service and food. Nevertheless, tonight, after my spouse and I decided to have dinner there, we both said, never again!! We got there around 8-ish, and the place wasn't really that busy for a Saturday. Maybe 6 or 7 small tables. That was all that was occupied by customers. A female server asked us how many people were there and then showed us a table to sit at. Shortly after, we ordered our drinks and food. The waitress came across as unfriendly and not in the least welcoming. But the unnecessary noise from the kitchen was almost unbearable. Absolutely zero consideration that all customers could hear this since it is an open kitchen next to the dining room. And this place is already noisy because of the tile floors and high ceiling. Altogether, it made it all seem like a mess hall with this noise. When the server came and brought our dishes. My spouse had Lechon Asado, and I had their famous chicken with rice and black beans. The beans were in a small bowl on a saucer, and when I grabbed it to add the beans to my rice that was on another plate, that small bowl of black beans slipped out of my grip and half of it spilled on the table next to my plate. We didn't receive any bread, as all the other customers had on their tables. We had to ask another waiter for some bread. His demeanor wasn't any friendlier than the server we already ended up with. Well, at least he brought us the bread. When the waitress came by, again I showed her my mess and apologized, and I thought she would take care of it to help me clean up that mess. All she said was, it's okay and took off. I ended up with a huge mess of black beans next to my plate with chicken. My spouse and I couldn't believe that she couldn't care less to clean it up or at least give me something to clean it off. Nice. My chicken was very disappointing because it tasted overcooked and dry. So dry I had a hard time to cut it with their cheap knives. We finished our meal, and even trying to pay/asking for our check was an ordeal. She never bothered to come by. We ended up going to the front and paying there. The whole staff was unfriendly and anything but welcoming. I have never left a restaurant without tipping. This was my first.

Valley Sandwiches - #10

Valley Sandwiches

(347 reviews)

$$

Reseda

Love finding hidden gems like Valley Sandwiches, it is also a Woman owned business which makes it…read moreperfect for "Women's History Month" The shop is located right on Reseda Blvd, a little hole in the wall spot, but typically, these are the places serving the best food around. They have Pho as well as banh mi sandwiches, I got a sandwich during this visit. The #10 grilled pork with mayo and all the veggies, extra jalapeños. Let me just say, perfect, excellent, tasty, yum, etc. great sandwich, packed full of flavor, bread and pork are perfect, really, really love banh mi sandwiches anyway, but this one is true to the classic. All sandwiches are also $10, so go crazy and try a couple different ones, to me nothing beats the grilled pork though. You can enter from the street, but will have to find metered parking, so just drive around back, they have a small free lot and you can enter from the rear. There are not any seats to eat there, so everything is to go, but service is quick and the guy was nice behind the counter. Go check them out, grab a lotto ticket if your into that, get some great food, support a local woman & minority owned business, not enough of them out there. Enjoy!

Very friendly cashier. 3.95% fee for credit card…read more Banh mi bread was yummy but filling needed more butter, more pate. Pickled vegetables not so pickled. Food is alright. Asked for banh cuon special and there was two fried cha goi added. Had banh tet for $32, square and cylindrical shape. Bought their peanut brittle to try.

Panera Bread - sandwiches - Updated May 2026

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