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    Panera Bread

    2.6 (104 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Soup and salad
    Dave W.

    This is a nice Panera Bread. Panera Bread is my go to place for fast healthy food. Love their duets and normally get the Greek salad and tomato soup. Very filing and they do great job here. Servers were friendly and kept the place clean. Atmosphere is nice indoors but my friend and I sat outside on a nice afternoon. My buddy got the chipolata chicken sandwich . Both of us enjoyed our meals. Decent value for the price. See pics. Pro Tip: Order from the kiosk for faster service. Panera Bread is located in busy area with shared free parking for several stores. We hiked nearby Umstead State Park which is good way to build up your appetite.

    The few ingredients for my sandwich.
    Angel M.

    This is the new recipe for the toasted garden caprese. They need to work on something more than their recipes!?! Quality would be nice. I can't believe any employee would think this was sellable.

    Their pastry counter at 4pm
    Scott K.

    Though I have lived in Cary for over 20 years I seldom visit Panera for the reasons I encountered today. Basically they run out of stuff & don't tell you until after you've ordered & paid. Not a great customer experience at all & the food is meh. I ordered a soup, coffee & muffin for a total of $15.32! I used the kiosk for this order. Once completed my payment I grabbed a cup & poured what was warm coffee at best. I waited & my soup was ready rapidly. I was then informed that my pumpkin muffin was not available & I was asked if I wanted another treat. I commented no as that was for my daughter. The guy at the food counter said he would refund the $$ & within 24 hours it did go through. The time of my visit 3:29 pm. I'll avoid this Panera in the future as my experience today was very similar to past experiences. I'm not keen to pay top dollar for luke warm coffee & no muffin. I spoke with the team manager who said that it's normal for them to be out of stuff after the morning. He said I should see a refund within 24 hours. The girl at the front counter was on her phone & as I told her about my situation she was literally speechless. Maybe next time I should visit in the morning?

    Whipped Butter Packet in the bottom of my salad bowl

    Gross and acted like it was no biggie. The salad which I unfortunately started to eat had a Ton of dressing and then this- so I was fine to cut my meal short

    Chicken noodle soup bowl
    Rebecca S.

    I gave it a 3 because of being quick. Now I think Panera needs to ramp up their food. We paid 20$ my husband got a tea I got a water I ordered a bowl of chicken noodle soup with a apple. Hubs ordered chicken avocado melt with chips. That's not much and if you see the sandwich they really put a thick slice of avocado but not enough chicken. Sadly we never come to Panera anymore or rarely because they just have not been up to par. This just showed us yet again why we rarely come here. Staff was friendly and nice. And fast and efficient.

    Apple, chicken strawberry poppy seed salad along with berries and vibrant citrus fruits as well as a Mediterranean sandwich
    Ryu D.

    WHAT THE HECK?! They are so nice here!! They actually anticipated my order at the drive through and were smiling at me when handing me my order at the window! I haven't experienced that at many other places so that says a lot how they select their staff. Small gestures go a long way to make someone's day. LOVE this Panera since they are SO ccommodating to folks with multiple food allergies! I am deathly allergic to nuts so eating out is hard. Also allergic to milk and avocado so options are limited. However they take the time to make choices that are are SAFE for me. Other Panera locations literally just said "just look online" and put little effort into helping. The staff seem to magically remember my order every morning really makes me feel valued and happy to support this business! Love their menu and how I can eat healthy foods even on a limited diet. Big fan of their Mediterranean sandwich without cheese and strawberry poppyseed salad without nuts! So beautiful too!

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    Chef Sean Andre T.

    We finally got a chance to stop by Panera Bread to see what all the hype was about over their new Flatbread Marketing promotion that's on tv these days. Im also participating in their three month free coffee promotion which is an awesome deal by the way, so we went for it. The Chipotle Chicken and Bacon Flatbread did not disappoint. We ordered it through the drive through and it was ready in about 3-5 minutes after we got to the window. Id love to see how they are executing their flatbreads in the kitchen one of these days. Im going to have to go make friends with one of the managers LOL. It was a great flatbread, full of flavor, slightly crispy and quite enjoyable. Id recommend giving them a try. #eatingwithchefseanandre Its Gon Be Dope! #wefindthefood

    Trash under every table
    Kenneth D.

    Wow where to start! Terrible stench as we entered. Must be from the carpet. This place is filthy. Lots of trash under every table and doesn't look like they ever sweep. These pucks were during slow time when they could be cleaning but looks like they would prefer to just goof off in back. Will not be back. Permanently off our list.

    Baja Mac & Cheese Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Chai Tea Latte
    Jaime S.

    I love Panera Bread! It's the perfect place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I visited this location in the Park West shopping center on a Tuesday afternoon. I chose this location because I had an event later in the evening in the Cary area and I had a few hours of work to get done before hand, and Panera is a great place to get work done too. I tried the Baja Mac & Cheese for the first time as part of my pick two and loved it. They add the perfect amount of pico and avocado to pair with the Mac & Cheese. I also almost always get the Fuji Apple Chicken Salad, which is always delicious. Another great visit at Panera Bread!!

    Kimberly G.

    Spent roughly 30 minutes waiting on my order AFTER my buzzer went off (Yes, I had gone up to inquire twice.) At that point they STILL hadn't made it. They had made orders before mine and after, and those people had gotten their food. The girl said she saw the ticket, then moved on. Waited another 15 minutes for them to FINALLY make my food. Paper for breakfast anyone?? That's what I got...paper in my sandwich baked into the cheese. Definitely had to get my money back. Sure am glad I waisted 45 minutes here this morning...NOT! (The bad thing is that they weren't even busy...I've been here when they've been MUCH busier.)

    Yummy veggie soup !

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    I got here at 8:25pm and they were closed. Their hours are from 6am to 9pm. Drove all the way over here for nothing.

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    4.6(23 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Second dates can be a bit of a litmus test, and New York Butcher Shoppe & Wine Bar in Cary handled…read moreours with ease. The atmosphere strikes that nice balance between relaxed and refined, where conversation flows without feeling rushed. She went with the filet mignon, cooked medium, and it came out exactly as requested, tender, flavorful, and clearly handled with care. That's what she said. I ordered the chicken pesto entrée, which held its own with a rich, well-balanced flavor that didn't try too hard but delivered where it mattered. Now, the real standout: the Hot Honey Roasted Brussels. Those were done to perfection. Crisp on the outside, tender inside, with just the right touch of sweetness and heat. Frankly, I could eat those daily without a second thought. Service deserves a nod, too. The chef stopped by the table to check in, which we were not expecting. Payton, our server, had a great read on the table, attentive when needed, but gave us the space to enjoy the evening without interruption. That kind of awareness goes a long way, especially on a date. All in, it's the kind of place that quietly does things right. Good food, easy atmosphere, and just enough polish to make the night feel a little special. Definitely a strong choice when you're hoping for a second date that turns into a third.

    Nice space, prime meat, good sandwiches and good service. We…read morehad lunch there yesterday ordered a couple of beef sandwiches and Mac/cheese. All were good but the beef was a little chewy. Owner: Please get that head banging loud music out of there. This may serve your cooks well but not your customers. The profile of a headbanger and a $20 sandwich is not the same. So loud we couldn't have a conversation across the table. We asked the waitperson to lower the music and she did but the volume crept back up before the end of our meal. This was my 4th visit and if the music is that loud again we will turn around and walk out. Not because of the food or service but I would like to communicate with my dining partner throughout the meal.

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    DICED Salads, Wraps & Bowls - West Cary

    4.3(120 reviews)
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    It was honestly so refreshing to find this healthy fast casual option on a day I needed a cleaner…read moremeal. Overall I was impressed with the variety and quality of fresh ingredients! They were in the process of training a new hire at the time, so the line took some time to move through, but I still got my food pretty quickly. I ordered the harvest crunch vegetable which had all of my favorites - the mushrooms were so flavorful and my favorite part. The only two critiques I had was that 1) I asked for half/half rice and romaine and my bowl had way too much romaine, it really overpowered all of the other ingredients that came in the bowl and 2) the tofu was not my favorite - it wasn't crispy or as flavorful as I would like it, so that's something for the plant-based community to keep in mind. That said, I imagine all of the other animal-based proteins taste better! If their tofu was improved, I would absolutely return to try some of their other unique bowl combos.

    Grabbed lunch from here recently and really enjoyed it! We ordered takeout using the website and…read morethe food was prepared on time. Everything tasted very fresh! I got a wheat wrap with some steak, spinach, and mushrooms, while my wife got a mixed grain bowl with chicken and bacon. We were both very happy with our meals, and while the food wasn't cheap (about $15 a person), I didn't feel ripped off either. The website mentioned that the ingredients were high quality and that the dressings were made in house, and it definitely tasted like it! Overall, I'd definitely come back here to get a healthy meal.

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    4.3(470 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    I absolutely love eating the fresh salads and sides at Sassool! It can get pretty busy during…read morelunchtime, so plan ahead if you're in a rush--but that just shows how good the food is. I usually order the two chicken skewer kabobs with rice, a super salad, and the jalapeño cilantro hummus. The hummus is *so* good that I often grab a small container to take with me when I travel. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, and you can really tell they use quality ingredients, especially with olive oil as a base. They offer both fresh pita and gluten-free pita, which is great for anyone with dietary restrictions. Honestly, I could make a meal just out of all the sides--they're that good. The menu is consistently solid, and I feel like you really can't go wrong with anything you order. It's a perfect spot for a low-key lunch or dinner. Also worth noting: on Tuesdays, kids eat free with a paying adult, which is a great bonus for families. Highly recommend!

    Sasool is one of my go-to spots when I want fresh, satisfying Greek and Mediterranean food. The…read morevariety of options is one of the best parts--you can build a plate exactly how you like it, and there's always something that fits what you're in the mood for, whether that's lighter and veggie-forward or something more hearty. Everything tastes consistently fresh, from the salads and sides to the proteins and sauces. The flavors are bright, clean, and well-balanced, and the portions are generous without feeling heavy. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and it's an easy place to relax and enjoy a good meal. It's clear that care goes into both the food and the experience. I've been here multiple times and it's been consistently good every visit. Definitely recommend if you're looking for fresh, flavorful Greek/Mediterranean food with lots of choices.

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