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    Panera Bread

    2.3 (63 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Free birthday treat came in late this year. But just in time lol.  And she threw in an extra cookie. So sweet;)
    Michelle D.

    I've been a Panera Bread lover for many years. I needed to use a birthday reward before it expired. I placed my order with Shiloh. She was the sweetest, most friendly employee I've encountered in years! She forgot to give me my pumpkin cookie, and when I went back to the register to get it, she gave me an extra one and apologized for the oversight. She went above and beyond to make sure my experience was great. I also had a coupon off a sandwich. I ordered the Frontega chicken sandwich at Shiloh's suggestion. This was my first time trying it, and I loved it! I will absolutely be getting this sandwich again. And the French onion soup was yummy as usual. Thank you for the wonderful experience with both the food and customer service!

    This is how my sandwich was thrown together. It's not the first time either.
    Kimberly W.

    I really wish I could have updated my review with a higher score. But after going to this location a few days a week for rapid pickup orders for the past few months, I unfortunately have to say that it will stay at a one-star review, No one ever even greets you when you walk in. Even if they are just standing behind the counter with no customers. Most of the time, my pickup order is barely on the counter, where i have to stretch all the way across to grab my bag, never in the rapid pick up area. Today, I walked in, and the two kitchen staff members were holding a conversation in Spanish and not even working. My sandwich? Not even ready after 15 minutes of placing my order. It was half put together on the counter inside the kitchen, which I could clearly see, with no egg yet. Once I arrived, the two women left the kitchen. Sandwich still not ready. Five minutes later, one staff member finally returned and threw my egg on the bread and then put it in the paper and placed it, not even near me where I was standing. She placed it barely on the pickup for dine in counter, and I again had to stretch across the counter. She clearly saw me and still no customer acknowledgment. There were several people sitting in the dining area, but there were no other orders before mine, which I saw on the screen. Two after mine, for the people who walked in after me. This place has been "north ported," meaning you get employees to fill positions that do subpar effort into everything. No customer service. Has been for years. Terrible management is what causes locations to run like this.

    See no bacon
    Patti J.

    The food we did get tasted good. But we were charged for 3 extra dressings and only got 2.... And we ordered Bacon Turkey Bravo sandwich and it came without bacon!!!!!

    As I walked in I noticed barely any customers at a dinner rush time, 1 customer in the establishment on a Friday night. The gentleman at the register noticed me walk in, shrugged and tried to walk away, I went to the bathroom in hopes of coming back to a more welcoming friendly employee. This whole place smells like sewer / rotten eggs right now I can not believe it! Lol. Bathroom at least had toilet paper and towels. A nice young lady took my order , I got the chipotle chicken avocado Melt, and Mac and cheese for here. 20 something dollars for Bread, Mac and cheese and a small drink. The Mac and cheese was lukewarm / cold even at the bottom, very runny , watery , the cheese dripped like water all over my hair. Dirty tables , floors , smelly store , mediocre food and service. Pick any other Panera do not waste your money here .

    Scott F.

    The customer service team has not been trained in proper customer service skills and/or etiquette. They have no concept of the 3 C's of customer service. They also have issues maintaining an adequate supply of the popular brands people drink, Pepsi. They absolutely can use coaching on proper customer service skills. 10/23/2023.

    Mediterranean bowl with chicken and side Greek salad
    Paula S.

    Very fresh! The food was delicious. I ordered the pick two with the Mediterranean chicken bowl and a side Greek salad. The staff is very friendly. A very busy place to be for lunch but they did a great job

    Lubi R.

    I am Panera bread client for almost 20 years...Which is saying I was most of the times satisfied and kept coming back, but you guys lost me now.! My last two orders were curbside - portions of my first order comparing what I used to get while dining in the store was a joke and I said to myself I am never going to do it again, but because Corona is getting bad I did make second curbside order, which was family feast - I clicked on the email offer and followed description of the family feast by the picture and also text : one full Greek salad, one full Caesar salad, sup and baguette, all described as family feast for 4-6 people for $23 plus tax... I saw that amount for the offer it was fine, so I clicked on it and ordered... when we got home with the order, we realized we got one salad, sup and baguette - missing another salad we called the store and spoke to manager who very coldly said that he can't do anything about it and keep saying "I'll give you a number for corporate"... SO corporate - betraying clients this way is so LOW ..! you offering family feast for $23 - I got one small salad and quart of the soup and baguette for it..! Are you delusional..?!?!?!?!? You have no heart to betray clients this way... yes I saw later on the receipt was for 1salad, but this is very well thought through, when you seeing in "details" during making order - two salads, soup and baguette/ showing picture of two salads soup and baguette, make your choice step is showing checked boxes for Greek salad, Caesar salad, sup and baguette... when you're checking out, then you don't look at the details anymore (you saw them already three times) - you look at the price what you about to pay, because when I was making order I saw already 3 times that I am ordering two salads, soup and baguette...!!!! You take people for fools saying you get full Salad and I got "full salad" which was size of the half salad what you get with Upick2 (which is half off your regular salad..!) Do you think people are idiots...? Would you feed your family of four to six with small salad and one quart of the soup and baguette..????? We feel betrayed paying almost $25 for small salad, quart of the sup with the bread... Not just because of that, also because of the way we were treated, and because you think you can trick and betray your customers this way - you are losing two of your customers of 20 years...!!! I am sure we are not only ones feeling this way. I see your reviews and I am going to add another very very very bad one everywhere I can..!!!

    William K.

    ZERO STARS Order was given to a human but it was entered wrong; tried to get an explanation on cost to correct order however the stoned teenager couldn't comprehend what I was saying I ended up throwing my hands in the air as I could see the blank stare and drool forming we were there for my wife and child anyway; also we were the only ones in line. order came up Bowl of tomato soup, grilled cheese sandwich full and kids Mac n cheese two drink $22.75. (my wife wanted bowl of soup and grilled cheese whole not two orders) As my wife got the food she heard the kitchen staff saying something about breaking down the kitchen it was 1.5 hours till close. Food was exactly what I though, half a bowl of $6 mac n cheese scalding hot perfect for kids to burn themselves and two pieces of un Grilled bread with semi cold cheese in the middle and a bowl of tomato soup that had soggy croutons on top. THE LEVEL OF SHLOCK IS AMAZING. Spoke to the manager after all these issues were made clear she literally tried to explain why grilled cheese wasn't grilled then we had a few words then after 5 minutes she was like oh let me get you another sandwich I said no then she said voucher for free food I told her no I wouldn't take it. Second time to this Place and another time of realizing overpriced, poorly prepared inferior quality laughable place to eat. Literally if you cant make a grilled cheese you should just sell launchables and set a microwave out with a cup-o-soup vending machine. Want real food go to Que Rico down the road. Panera Dead

    Esme H.

    Ugh Word to all Don't put a $5 tip in the box until after you pay My friend and I came in here for a quick lunch and although I do not live in this neighborhood this is a new Panera for me and they were his different things on the menu Especially in the pastry section it was very small so I was a little undecided I placed my order and I was being very nice to my cashier name Haley But she must've been in a terrible mood because she was not liking me at all I don't know if she was judging me because I was looking at the menu too long or if Santa didn't bring her the "John Holmes" replica she desperately needed. Young gentleman in the glasses who brought our food with very nice. It's a small location with a limited menu in comparison to Las Vegas for the New York City area they didn't have the normal things that I like but I ended up getting some good food regardless I just wish I would've went onto the managers line instead. She definitely didn't earn a tip

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    Ask the Community - Panera Bread

    First Watch - Lemon ricotta pancakes

    First Watch

    4.2(199 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$
    Casual dining
    Gluten-free friendly

    We had a wonderful breakfast at First Watch in Port Charlotte and it was such a great experience…read morefrom start to finish. The restaurant has a bright, welcoming atmosphere that immediately makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. Everything was very clean and well organized, and the environment felt cheerful and inviting, which is perfect for starting the day. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed, and our server made sure we had everything we needed. Even though the restaurant was busy, the service was quick and efficient, and everyone working there seemed happy and helpful. The food was absolutely delicious. You can really tell that everything is made with fresh ingredients and prepared with care. The menu has so many great options, from classic breakfast dishes to healthier choices and creative brunch items. Everything we ordered came out beautifully presented and tasted amazing. The portions were generous without being overwhelming, and everything was cooked perfectly. The coffee and drinks were also great and kept coming, which is always a plus when you're enjoying a relaxing breakfast. It's the kind of place where you can take your time, enjoy good food, and have a great conversation with family or friends. Overall, this location truly stands out as a fantastic breakfast and brunch spot in Port Charlotte. Between the excellent service, fresh and flavorful food, and welcoming atmosphere, it's easy to see why so many people love First Watch. We will definitely be coming back again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to start their morning!

    This is our go to breakfast place when we visit our granddaughter. Our hotel serves free breakfast…read morebut we go here at least once during our visit. There food is fresh, different and awesome at the same time. We started with blueberry lemon cornbread. My granddaughter ordered te drink pineapple express. It was a mixture of juices. The special drinks are always good. Lemon ricotta pancakes, floridian French toast and avocado toast are some of my favorites. Service is always good and they get you on and out quickly as there is always a wait to get their delicious food. My only complaint they are not in NY.

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    What a beauty!

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    Ephesus Mediterranean Grill - Half of the Sultan Feast

    Ephesus Mediterranean Grill

    4.1(180 reviews)
    8.9 mi
    $$

    Had the traditional gyros dinner plate at around $25. It was as good as a gyro dish gets. Nicely…read moreappointed restaurant, take your sweetie. She'll like it or find another sweetie to take...

    We ordered a large takeout order and they estimated 30 minutes until it was ready. It wasn't ready…read morewhen I got there but they were pretty busy, so I wasn't worried. I ended up sitting there for 40 minutes before I left with our food. When they had me pay, I noticed they messed up the order and swapped the chicken entree for the gyro entree. So I had to wait for them to fix it. She apologized and gave us extra baklava to make up the difference in price, but after I got home and looked at the menu, I should have owed her more money rather than them giving me extra baklava. Other than the cluster of picking the food up, we thought it was all delicious. The portions seemed on the smaller size for a platter that supposedly can feed 2-3 people but with our extra entrees, it was the perfect amount for us. The hummus was great with the warm pita, the meat was all flavorful, and the baklava was a great way to end the meal. The "salad" that comes with the Sultan Feast isn't really a salad but just a few cut up veggies. Overall, I felt bad for the 2 ladies running the front alone because they were very busy and they kept apologizing for the wait times. The food was great though and we would definitely order it again.

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    Aegean Delight Platter

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    McAlister's Deli

    McAlister's Deli

    3.5(48 reviews)
    5.1 mi

    It was...okay-ish. I know of McAlister's from other locations so was excited to try this which was…read morenear family I was visiting. We ordered four "pick 2" and the food was decent. Nothing amazing but okay. I HATE rye, and I ordered a Rueben with white bread. Picked up the to-go order to find rye bread. So I ate corned beef, not a sandwich. Ugh. But the annoying part? I got charged a $1.35 fee for their website! True story. Check your receipt if you order online. Why am I paying your business cost of doing business? Stupid. Although small, it's enough for me to not order through them again because the principle of the matter. Cuban is small. Chicken Caesar wrap was pretty decent. The barbecue pork nachos do not travel well as a to go so I would skip that if you were considering it for a pick up or delivery. And a small amount of pork and toppings-mostly just chips and a spicy cheese dip. My mom said the chicken pecan salad on a croissant was quite tasty. That's literally the only reason I'm giving it three stars and not one or two.

    McAlisterr's in Port Charlotte is certainly not a traditional Deli as we know them to be. Having…read moresaid that the menu is varied from soup to salads. We ordered a chicken pecan salad and a black angus club both were good. The restaurant is spacious with high top, table and booth sitting. One stands in line to order and the order is brought to your table. Overall this is an ok spot to grab a sandwich or a salad but it is not a New York Deli by any means.

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    The Twisted Fork - Buffalo Shrimp

    The Twisted Fork

    4.0(407 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Excellent food which is homemade Always live music…read more Inside outside seating Several TVs inside going all time

    The service was very good. She gave us time with the menu and checked back throughout the meal…read more We tried their iced coffee and Hank's diet root beer. The iced coffee was very good but also expensive for what you get. Hank's was below average. The root beer flavor was almost nonexistent. Maybe the regular root beer would be better. We ordered the French dip with tots and the Feathered Philly with fries. We really liked the tots and French fries and would give them a 5 out of 5 stars. The beef on the French dip lacked flavor as did the au jus. The beef reminded us of sliced deli roast beef not something the was marinated in spices for a period of time. Would give the French dip 2.5-3 stars. The chicken and onions on the Feathered Philly were better. They were seasoned and hot off the grill. Would give them 3.5 stars. The hoagie buns were good but nothing to write home about. The ambiance is great! Love how the decorated the most place. They have a great outdoor area to have your meal and a great concert area. I bet this place is really a great time for live music. It's connected to / next to the Harley dealer so I'm sure the have a high number of bikes on weekends and for the concerts. Parking for cars is limited by the restaurant but the have a parking lot across the street. Plenty of bike parking.

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    The Twisted Fork - Band , venue

    Band , venue

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    Macaroni and cheese with pulled pork

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    Savor 100x35 - Criollo Mahi Mofongo Bowl

    Savor 100x35

    4.7(124 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    I always have to come here when I visit town--it's become a tradition at this point. The food is…read morealways so delicious, fresh, and consistent, and the service never disappoints. We had a server named Alexis this time, and he was incredibly sweet, attentive, and genuinely great with people. He made the whole experience even better. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and perfect for families, but still great for anyone looking to enjoy a good meal. There's truly something on the menu for everyone, whether you're picky or adventurous. You can tell they really care about both the food and the overall experience. Definitely one of my favorite spots, and I'll keep coming back every time I'm in town!

    Savor 100X35! Caribbean Savory Deliciousness…read more Charlotte County Girlfriends'! Our girlfriends who lunch every Wednesday, rallied yesterday to return to Savor's Caribbean delectable diversified flavors. We were almost 40 ladies! The intimate beautiful decor restaurant personnel were all on hand, prepared and spit on. Properties Antonio, Nichole, Server Meagan truly dedicated to Savor's excellence. Their service, attention to personal desired detail, appetizers, entrees deliver with perfection of each unique requests. Each person as they left could not express enough of how completely delightful their entire experience became lunching at Savor 100X35! Smiles, complements galore of every aspect in their visit. Truly, if you're a couple, or one, or an entire party of many and are seeking a five star restaurant, look no further than SAVIOR 100X35, TOLEDO BLADE,NORTH PORT!

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    La Vegan Bowl

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