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    Panera Bread

    2.8 (47 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Closed 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Son M.

    I've never had a bad meal at Panera Bread. This location is always clean with friendly service. There are plenty of seats to fit your mood for the day: outdoor, indoor, near a window, or far away from one. The dining area is usually quiet, even on crowded days. WiFi is fast and reliable. Like a fast-food establishment, patrons order from a counter, pick up food themselves, and bus their own tables. I generally order a soup and a sandwich. While portions are not as hearty for the price, the meals are usually filling. There is a drink station with soft drinks (they serve Pepsi products) and several freshly brewed iced teas. Access to this location is difficult: there is only one entrance from Nelson Road going southbound. If you miss it, you have to turn right at the next intersection, and take some small roads to enter through the back. Overall, I've always enjoyed this place and it has never failed me to provide a quick bite that is a step up from typical fast food.

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    Vallerie T.

    My fiance came to visit and was starting to feel sick and hadn't eaten anything all morning. He said he wanted something light. Like soup or something to see if that would help settle his stomach. So what better place to get a delicious soup but Panera Bread located on Nelson Road lake Charles La near Lauberge Hotel and Casino and Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. I ordered a Chicken Noodle Soup bowl for him and for me myself I ordered the Turkey Panini and a cup of Vegetable Soup and a Strawberry Banana Smoothie. Everything was absolutely delicious. I had visited Panera Bread a few times before purchasing pastries, and cookies for the holidays. I've always had a Great experience, and the staff is always very nice and accommodating. My only complaint sometimes is the drive thru service. It's always really slow at theo window, but in all fairness the wait is definitely worth it.

    Chicken salad without chicken!
    Ingrid A.

    So disappointed! Panera is going from bad to worse, my order once again was wrong. They don't even care about you. I have to go and ask 3 times to different people about my order . My flat bread pizza wasn't cook enough, my chicken salad with 3 pc of chicken literally! will never go back again.

    Courtney M.

    I wasn't really satisfied with my sandwich that I paid almost 8$ for. Skimped on everything. It was a busy day. But still, it's not really Panera standard, And I basically paid for bread.

    For perspective, my key fob in comparison to a $6 sandwich.

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    4 months ago

    Fresh fruit on my salad was sad and limp. Soup quality has really gone down hill also. Steak sandwhich was ok.

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    2 years ago

    First time. Ordered the Southwest Chicken melt. Tasty & light! Enjoyed it! Prompt service. I'll be back!

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    5 years ago

    When they get around to opening up dining area; I'll return till then it may as well be closed..

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    8 years ago

    Always great food. I wish they served breakfast longer, but I guess I'll just have to make it in earlier!

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    Soup was too hot, they need to blow on it before they serve it! Nice atmosphere though

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    7 years ago

    A little spendy for my taste. Broccoli cheddar soup is excellent, just not enough in bread bowl. Need more blueberry or cherry sconces..

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    Food was good. Bathrooms were discusting. It looked like the bathroom hadn't been cleaned or wiped down in weeks.

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    3.6(47 reviews)
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    This is, without a doubt, Lake Charles' best kept secret. Nestled in a quiet strip mall, the food…read moreand customer service packs a punch that is anything but quiet. We opted for a Pork Ramen bowl and a Poke Bowl. The ramen broth had flavor depth as if it had been simmering for a millennia! The charred pork added a meaty touch. Would 10/10 recommend. The Poke Bowl was a steal at under $15. The chunks of spicy tuna were big and plentiful. Each and every bite was more delicious than the last. The restaurant itself is incredibly clean and the staff is attentive and quick with the service. The prices are awesome, just like the food! Please do yourself a favor and eat here.

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