Stopped by for a quick bite on a road trip. Service was reasonably quick and the food was tasty. I had an asiago bagel breakfast sandwich and the egg seemed freshly cooked and not some preformed lump. Overall a good experience. read more

Local and convenient. I love the value duets which are what keep me coming back. The smokehouse bbq chicken sandwich and tomato soup combo is delicious. I will say Panera has one of the best, if not the best, tomato soup I've ever had. The inside of the main room of the restaurant is usually freezing so it deters me from eating inside sometimes. The outdoor seating is nice on the patio. The food comes out quickly. However, the side door out of the building is very faulty and has been for a while. It does not open all the way and locks halfway so if you open it normally it'll snap back and actually hit you. It could seriously injure someone. I had it snap back and hit my arm and it was very sore afterwards. I told a manager about it today and she said she "believes a work order has been put in for it" but didn't seem very concerned. I'm going to keep an eye on this. The door issue also doesn't allow wheelchair access as it doesn't properly open so it is not ADA compliant, even though there is a wheelchair symbol on the door. I would like to see this door fixed to avoid all of the above issues. Otherwise, Panera is a convenient option for a quick bite. read more

Panera Bread - Soup Near Me - Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Twice now we've ordered food for pickup via the Drive Thru. The portions ARE NOT the same as you get when dining in: A summer salad with flimsy lettuce/arugula and less fruit than the indoor order. A chicken sandwich with hardly any chicken and scant mozzarella. What is going on? The prices are higher but food quality and quantity is less and less!!!! I'm very disappointed read more

Panera Bread - Smokehouse BBQ Chicken without a lot of anything - Soup Near Me - Hamilton Township, New Jersey

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Nicole and Lauren are the best! They should be Panera CEOs. They create a warm and welcoming environment. A safe and friendly space. A place where everyone is treated well. Love it! read more

Every few years I get suckered into trying a Panera location. This one has been in my neighborhood for awhile and I had no interest in going. But after deferring lunch for too long and being nearby it seemed like a quick place to grab a sandwich. I had heard about their new chicken sandwich so that was what I was thinking about ordering. As I walked in there was no one at the counter taking orders, I saw a few touchscreen kiosks where you can place your order. I've used these at other restaurants, the Panera ones were a bit wonky and harder to navigate. But I was able to place my order well before any employees came to my aid. By then there were a few groups of people waiting to order in person, and an employee eventually came out. I was told to go to pick up window and my order was just being bagged, so it was pretty quick. But the bag felt light....... At $12 this was a pretty small sandwich and devoid of toppings I thought I had added. But it was decent. I got the spicy version but with light sauce. The brioche bun was good and chicken was tender but not very crispy. It came with a child portion bag of chips. I also grabbed a chocolate chip cookie as the dessert selection seemed depleted. It was ok. Nothing was bad about my meal, but also nothing to say on a positive note except that it was indeed food. The $15 spent here could have gone much further at several places very close by. I guess I'm too old to understand the appeal of this chain, but I'm pretty sure I'll get suckered into trying them again in a decade when they feature a new burger. read more

Panera Bread - Spicy chicken (ok but buyers remorse) - Soup Near Me - Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Very poor service We ordered 2 ham, egg, and cheese on everything bagel and sat down waiting for the buzzer. 5 minutes later I heard my name (no buzzer). I was told that they had only one and I needed to change the second bagel. They also told me that the buzzer wasn't working. I changed my order and want back to my table waiting. After 8 more minutes I want to the window only to find my order was sitting there getting cold. I asked why nobody called me and was told that someone has I am a long term customer of Panera, this particular Panera has the worst service I have ever experienced. Perhaps I should blame the manager for not training the staff. read more

Great place to chat & have some coffee. I came here while I waited for my car to be finished at AAA next door. The cashier was helpful at recommending popular items. Following his recommendation I ordered the Chipotle Chicken Wrap w/ Brocoli Cheddar Soup. Both were very good & well prepared. Just make sure you like it spicy if you order the chipotle chicken wrap. The seating area is quite large, and has ample seating. It was quiet with ambient music. Tables were cleaned regularly, and everything was well stocked. Overall a great experience for a small "fast food" establishment. read more

Panera Bread - Brocoli Cheddar Soup & Chipotle Chicken Wrap w/ Apple Juice - Soup Near Me - Hamilton Township, New Jersey

I've been to the one in Hamilton. Most of the staff are nice but today, I didn't like the morning lady. Dismissive and rude

Panera's a good place to grab a breakfast fare. I've always found the bagels and sandwiches here to be rather good. The additional options to customize your sandwich provide you the customer a method to control the flavor as you see fit. The sandwiches may be a little light on filling your stomach but the quality of the ingredients generally warrant a slightly high price point than a fast food joint. The Drive Thru's at most Panera's are consistently terrible. It is almost unbearable when the car in front of you orders a complicated sandwich. As a whole, I won't have a problem visiting most Panera's. I just wish the drive thru was a tad better read more

Sad to add on to a common thread, but here goes: I'm generally a fan of Panera, but this location is a hot mess. The organization is completely slapdash and wait times are ALWAYS excessive. Employees seem unaware of who is doing what and there is a constant lack of communication amongst staff members. The end result is inaccurate orders made up of substandard food taking an inordinate amount of time. The dining room is generally clean, so at least there's that. In summary, there are far too many other choices on the Route 33 corridor in Hamilton to waste your time here. read more

Gotta love when you place an online order for your company prior to 11 am for 13 plus people to be delivered around noon (Panera chose and altered time) and you get an email at 12:05 your order has been cancelled. Call the store and the manager has no clue why, that the food was never made, and he doesn't know what to do to fix it. I can replace the order if I want... yea no thank you read more

I'm really confused as to why this location has such bad reviews/2 stars I stop at this location 2-4 times a month and I ALWAYS get great customer service and perfectly prepared food - even when I use the drive through my order is always correct. If I had to complain about anything it would be that I love the Autumn Squash soup so much I wish it was a permanent menu item!!! read more

Bad customer service. Very disappointed. Staff very rude. Order food to dine in and it was packet to go because staff was ready to 45 minutes before store closed. read more

Order strawberry lemonade smoothie. Taste amazing and was quick to serve. Smells like weird food in here. Clean. Some outlets on the walls. Water bottle costs $2.00. read more

Panera Bread - Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie - Soup Near Me - Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Panera Bread is a recent addition to the Rt. 33 food scene in Hamilton Square, NJ. Their Yelp page says it is in Trenton, but it is several miles outside the capital. I stopped in one morning last week after court while running errands before heading to the office. This stand alone shop has a drive thru and adequate parking right across from the equally new Super Wawa. It is still bright and attractive within, with large windows throughout. Seating is mostly deuces, with a few larger tables. The order counter is surrounded by displays of their very good and tempting bakery products, with coffee brewed and waiting across the room. Service was friendly and efficient, with interaction on a first name basis. Liked that. I ordered an everything bagel sandwich with fried egg and cheese. It was delivered to my table a few minutes later. Their coffee was average and completely self serve. I have had better bagels, as this one although loaded with the nibs and bits of sesame, onion, poppy and salt, lacked the crusty shell I prefer. It was decent, but could have been more. The sunny side up egg should have been grilled over easy to reduce the drip from the still soft yolk. Live and learn. The house was not busy, perhaps reflecting the string of poor reviews here. Yet, I found Panera pleasant for breakfast, with good service. Those there were working on laptops and having meetings. They appeared comfortable. I would return and try those awesome looking cinnamon rolls. read more

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I've gotten food from here a couple of times recently, and it's OK but not amazing. My sandwich never seems to have enough (or any) chipotle mayo on it, and the flavors, in general, are just not there. For my most recent order, I actually went into the restaurant to pick up my food, and everything looked clean, so that's always appreciated. Overall, if I order from this location again, I'll make sure to specify that I want extra mayonnaise on my sandwich (in order to get a normal amount) :) read more

Surprised by the low star rating of this Panera. I'm a fan of the chain and the fresh ingredients they use in their dishes. This one is located right off of a main road with lots of other eateries around. It looks to be a newer location as it's a stand-alone operation offering a drive thru and delivery services. Inside it's well lit but cozy, with tables spread amongst booths and love seats. Makes for a great ambiance on the rainy evening we came in on. I haven't been inside of a Panera in a while so was pleasantly surprised by the updates it has made from the flow of ordering through a kiosk system (you also still have the option of ordering at a register), to the table service they provide (versus picking up your order.) Overall, from ordering to delivery, took no more than 15 minutes - and that's including the time I took figuring out what I wanted haha! I ordered (and customized) their Greek salad - really tasty! It was loaded with quinoa, veggies, feta, almonds, spinach, etc. I opted for the dressing on the side and didn't even use it! The flavors from the ingredients were fresh and savory. I liked that it wasn't a bed of greens with a few toppings mixed in - they used a good handful of everything and I had to actually ask for a to go container since the portion was more than enough! I held back on ordering a smoothie but all the options looked very enticing and glad that they're also an option on the Panera menu. Great experience and looking for my next Panera visit. Seeing all the updates makes me want to re-explore their menu! read more

Came here first time for a quick bite before watching a movie. I dined in with one of my friend. The ambience is nice and very mellow. We quickly ordered our food through the self ordering tablet system and was surprised at how quickly our food was delivered to our table. Presently fast service and food was good! read more

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Service is horrible this place. No on attends the counter because they were busy chatting in the back. I waited like 5 mins then finally step inside to get someone's attention. Supposedly manager came out that I can come inside and refused to serve me. It's beyond ridiculous. read more

worst customer service ive ever experienced. they didnt know who i was but my mom spends thousands catering with them and they all know her and are nice to her but have never seen me before. they have the worst attitudes. i also tried to pick up my order in the drive thru which i know you aren't supposed to do but i had the flu and didnt want to walk in the restaurant and they still made me turn around and come in (also very rude interaction.) read more

I stop in this Panera every few weeks or so to pick up their very good turkey or tuna sandwiches when I'm on the road. I love the place. However, in my most recent "to go" order my sandwich came with a tomato that was tan in color. Tan? Yes, tan! Meaning unripe and tasteless. However, here is the rub - it's August in New Jersey. Ripe red juicy Jersey tomatoes are everywhere. I don't know where they are getting their tomatoes from, but they are certainly not Jersey fresh. read more

Best comfort food ever!!! I have been going to Panera since I was a kid and I always get the same thing! Only thing is, their portion sizes have gotten a lot smaller over the years, and not just because I'm growing! They've gotten a bit stingy with portions, as their meals cost a little much for what they're giving. read more

I frequent this Panera early in the morning when I need to get some work done because it is typically pretty empty and it is close to my house- my guess is that it's empty because it sucks. Yesterday the entire place smelled so badly of rotting garbage that I was thankful I had a peppermint roller in my purse to use under my nose. The spinach and artichoke bake was barely warm and when I began pouring milk from the pitcher into my coffee, a large-enough stream of water ran out of the top - GROSS. I may continue to use this Panera as a quiet workspace but I'll likely skip the food and order a bottled beverage. I don't know why I gave this Panera another shot. They are THE WORST. Pictured is their sad attempt at half an Asian chicken salad - 10 wonton strips and probably the same amount of diced chicken. All of the other toppings were left off. And I don't know who thought it was a good idea to add a lemon wheel to the 10 Veggie soup. It was all I could taste. GROSS. read more

Panera Bread - Asian chicken salad - big thumbs down - Soup Near Me - Hamilton Township, New Jersey

The food is what you'd expect from a fast casual place. Not fantastic, but not terrible. The reason for my two-star rating is the ice chute in the soda machine. It's got a not so healthy layer of black mold on it. That's disgusting. It's 1pm on 9/15/2019. If you're ever curious to know how well a place actually cleans, look at the clear plastic ice chute on their soda machine. You'll be shocked at how filthy they are more often than not. Soda drips are one thing. Mold is never acceptable. read more

This Panera Bread location is one of my family's favorites. Food and service is always on point and we enjoy stopping by at this particular restaurant on our way home. Eddy Acosta, the manager is a true professional and makes sure that every customer is fully satisfied and enjoys their visit. Keep up the great work Eddy! You're providing exceptional service at the Hamilton Rt. 33 Panera Bread location & they should feel honored to have you working there! Awesome food, outstanding service! Give this place a visit for lunch/dinner, you won't be disappointed! read more

Adding my two cents along with the other dissatisfied customers here. We LOVE Panera in general, but this location gets your order wrong more often than not. I hesitate to even tell them anymore, because I honestly was afraid they were going to think I was just trying to get a free pastry! But they only need to read the reviews to find I'm not the only one! And the music was so loud when I was there that I couldn't concentrate... tough to have a conversation or read or write. (and their Wi-Fi stinks too... you actually need to turn it off to do anything!) read more

Got a cup of chicken noodle soup and I'm not even exaggerating they gave me a cup of broth with one piece of chicken read more

Panera Bread - My one piece of chicken - Soup Near Me - Hamilton Township, New Jersey

The brocolli cheddar soup today was sour, watery, and unappetizing. The chicken noodle soup was equally unpleasant and bitter. That was too much of a coincidence to ignore. I called Panera to alert the manager of the issue. Given the fear surrounding illness and health, I would imagine the manager to be professional and open to addressing the problem. That was not the case AT ALL. Despite calmly voicing my concerns, she was nonchalant and offered no apologies. As a customer, I felt no assurance that the problem would be addressed. Instead, she claimed that the products are fresh, defending the sour soup. After all of this, the manager's response was "Have a good day." Very unprofessional and rude. Sour and bitter soup are definitely NOT a sign of healthiness, which is advertised strongly by the company. The manager's indifference toward the issue begs the questions: what is going on in that kitchen and why are they expressing so little concern for their customer's well-being? Receiving old food - not good. Receiving sloppy and negligent service - even worse. read more

Ordered dinner on the app and planned to eat inside but when we arrived around 7:00 pm there was a large sign saying the dining room was closed. It was too chilly and windy to eat outside so we ended up having to make the half hour drive back home. Ordered half a Fuji Apple Chicken Salad. Didn't even get a quarter salad. The bottom of the container was barely covered. At their prices this is ridiculous--especially since it wasn't that fresh, not was the bread. $7+ for a quarter salad. Fruit cup ordered with the pick 2 sandwich/soup combo was not that good and the sandwich was ice cold. Staff was mostly standing around looking like they'd rather be somewhere else. Won't be going back read more

I was surprised to see this new location so I gave it a try. It didn't disappoint as always the food is great and the service was nice. They brought the order to my table. The benches have electrical outlets so it's very convenient when you have an electronic device. read more

Worst meal I've had in a long time. Steak sandwich with cheddar cheese: cold when picked up, nothing resembling cheese on sandwich ( some sort of thin sauce instead.) Fuji apple salad: supposed to have romaine and arugula, instead substituted wilted spring mix. Dressing: completely unrecognizable, very thin, side bread obviously not fresh, hard as a rock. Avoid this place at all costs. read more

I love Panera, but not this particular location. The service is horrible, the staff rushes through your order and of course get the order wrong. I'm not sure if the woman that took my order was in a bad mood or what, but her attitude left a lasting impression and I will not be back to this location. read more

This location leaves a lot to be desired. It's my 3rd time here and the service is terrible. 1 cashier with 3 young adults standing around chatting and 1 on his phone. The customer behind me asked if they were open and they said no....so then go do something, clean tables, refill the soda tops that were empty and I had to ask. While I love Panera, this location isn't my favorite. It's convenient because it's close to my house but I'd drive a few more minutes for better service. The staff doesn't seem interested in being there, I see that they don't have good reviews so management needs to do something or hire people who wanna work. read more

Second time now I have ordered the french onion soup and both times it has come without croutons or cheese. Who the hell wants french onion without cheese? Cubans pretty good. read more

Dining room isn't the cleanest but the friendliness of Nicole and Lauren make us want to come back each day. I love the soufflés, especially when they're not over baked. read more

One star because the curbside pick up option is terrible!! I waited 20 minutes after my order being ready when I selected that I was in a spot waiting for my order and had to call over a young girl who had just handed in order to somebody that arrived 10 minutes later than I did and got his order first absolutely terrible just DoorDash or GrubHub read more

Love Panera's!! This is a great spot. I come here a few times a week. The manager me and staff are awesome.

Entered at 11:05am to get a QUICK lunch. The one woman ahead of me in line was taking forever so I used the machine- 1 bowl of soup and drink, and took the pager. After 10 mins I walked up and saw my slip and no food but guy assured me he'd brig it. Ten mins later I walked up again and I see the slip on the side signed by someone else. Their explanation... Uhhhhh sooory? Not the first time I got slow service. Probably only good for delivery which they seem to focus 100% or if ur one of the losers who spend hours there pretending to have a life. read more

If you feel like waiting 35 minutes for your drive through order, this is your place!

Literally gave me a salad with no dressing or toppings. Just a bowl of lettuce. Didn't realize until I got home since I got it in the drive thru. Waste of $15. Get better employees. read more