I call in my order, because this place gets PACKED around lunch. The food is consistent, which is good. Then have only messed up my order once out of the 10 times I have been there so that's good. It is also always ready when I walk over to pick it up(Takes about 15mins tops). The staff are mostly friendly, but sometimes kind of awkward. Maybe they were new? Who knows. But all in all this place is pretty good. read more

I'm giving three stars but they really need to improve their management. There is no reason for all the bad reviews - I like Panera and want it to be successful at this location. Service and Cleanliness are issues here. I hope they get it together. read more

The Simi Valley Panera's men's restroom is never cleaned or stocked properly. I have been a daily customer for about a year. There is feces stains in the corner and the floors. The tp and butt gaskets are laid on my the baby changing folding table. Those receptacles are filled with nasty garbage that you would only find in an unkempt toilet. The employees also use them so I'm sure the management is aware. I visit other Panera in my area and they are kept clean. read more

Don't go at dinner time!!! Worse service!!! We called for our food around 7:24. I got there at 7:27 (they said 15 minutes) and the food was not ready. Which would have been fine except the person working on the food was serious annoyed that I was there already. She said 10 minutes. At 7:45, I got my food. Took it home (about 2.5 miles) and my husbands soup was cold. And my chicken salad sandwich was pathetic. (See the picture I posted). Hardly any meat. All bread and lettuce. Extremely dissatisfied. read more

Panera Bread - If you actually want to get what you pay for... Then try Corner Bakery... Pathetic excuse for a chicken salad sandwich. - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Shocking. I haven't been to Panera in several months...and the ONE TIME I decide to go for lunch before work (I was rushing and starving), I order an Argula and Chicken Salad. I opened the lid, took TWO bites, and what do I see? A THICK, LONG, WAVY HAIR in my food!! The cooks prepare dishes way too quickly which shows they do not put their time into their food and they are obviously UNSANITARY! I'm getting my money back the minute I get back into town. Do NOT RECOMMEND read more

I really love the soup and bread............ YUM! The Chicken Panini is so good. I've never been there to camp out for the free WI FI but I've seen many taking up space and no food or drink in front of them. I don't think I would be that gracious. Taking up space, utilities, bathroom supplies. Nice very Nice! The staff are friendly and the service is quick. read more

THE best pastries in town! I caught myself wandering around my supermarket the other night, looking for something that wasn't there. Today, I went to Panera and found it-great pastries! I haven't seen yummies like this since Plusko's was still in Simi (yes, I am old...). I ordered the apple, cherry pastries and a blueberry scone. I drank my pumpkin spice latte, which was divine, al fresco, under the cloudy skies and the palm trees swaying in our Calfiornia Fall breeze. I put my feet up and caught one of the friendly staff smiling through the window at me. Can't beat it, yummy hot coffee in my cold hand and my contentedness making someone else smile. I took my pastries home, the cherry was delish and the others are calling my name. I've had savory dishes there in the past, with family and I've gone there to do some paperwork with my computer. You can feel comfortable staying a long time, or a little and kids are welcome. They have a HUGE table for a big family or meeting and they have little tables and club chairs tucked away in the back for canoddling or getting your stuff done. The current choose two duo is only $6.99 and that beats the over $8 I spent on an unhealthy sandwich and cold curly fries earlier at JITB. Also, they bake real homemade bread, so many types and they have fresh bagels, including a pink ribbon flavor for breast cancer awareness month. You order at the counter, where the view of the fresh baked goods is fantastic! If you dine in, they'll bring you your food. They serve you on real plates and real cups and regular coffees and more hot water for tea is self-serve and free. Go! Enjoy! Eat! read more

Picked up soup for my mom who dick at the time , so said it was delicious & I grabbed myself a yummy grilled cheese and bacon sandwich..

I love most Panera Bread locations but never again will I ever go to this one. I prearranged a donation for our boys baseball tournament and when I drove all the way out to Simi at 9 pm to pick up, the manager on duty Friday night was rude and condescending and said he new nothing about it. Not only that but I stood in front of the cash register for 8 minutes before anyone even asked me if I needed help. I was forced to scramble and find other baked goods for the tournament which caused a lot of unnecessary stress. The manager acted like he could care less and was only concerned with getting me out of there. I even showed him the phone call I placed to check on the donation earlier in the day. The place seemed dirty and was messy as well- I am glad I can cross this one off my list. Save yourself the trip, head to Thousand Oaks or Westlake instead- their managers know how to treat their customers!!! read more

Well I saw their commercial with their pizza some months back & their pizza looked yummy on tv. I went in yesterday with a friend & ordered the pizza & quite frankly it sucked, sucked, sucked. The dough was stale & the amount of sauce & cheese was minimal at best---frankly you could not even taste the sauce or cheese. Then there was the bottled drinks where the total selection was---bottled water---bottled green tea---bottled what looked to be OJ---thats it. If you wanted soda they are again using the self service soda machines which since I personally almost died from covid this last year I have vowed NEVER to use any self serve soda machine again for as long as I live. Oh well there plenty of places to eat out there just NOT panera---EVER AGAIN. DO NOT WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY HERE---YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. read more

The Simi location continues to go downhill. I think the manager doesn't get it. Last week we visited and tables were dirty, no ice in machine, no ice tea, they forgot my baguette. Many of the staff are hard to understand and I think they try but may be overstretched or not interested. I hope they improve. read more

Your standard Panera. Nothing stood out. It was really busy on a Thursday for lunch time, but that's probably standard, too. The lines moved along fairly quickly, and the food arrived soon after without incident. It was just a little difficult to find seating. The food was OK. I ordered a Thai salad which came with I think a soy ginger vinaigrette. I wasn't expecting that. I thought maybe it'd be peanut sauce or something (my favorite). Oh, well. But that's just a menu issue. It was still a good salad. read more

It shouldn't take 45 minutes for a soup bread bowl and a cup of soup. I asked if they were hiring and they said yes. Sooooo if you need a job, please apply. I don't want to see another business in Simi Valley to close. read more

It's so disappointed to see that what should be such an amazing franchise has been frequently messing up orders. Not only have my orders been wrong, when I bring it to the manager's attention they rudely respond and make my order worst than it was the first time. My girlfriend and I visit the franchise often hoping they won't mess up order again. The Simi Valley location is the only location that constantly gets our orders wrong. Again it is extremely disappointing because this use to be such a better location. read more

I love three things about Panera: 1) their mochas! 2) it's a great place to meet! and 3) the cinnamon crunch bagel Their food is good but Im picky and feel like everything they make there is something I can make at home so I dont choose to eat here often for that reason alone. But it's always packed with people gathering together and that is awesome! read more

I love love love studying here. You get awesome coffee and you have food right at your fingertips. The only thing with panera bread is that its quite expensive. This goes for all panera breads. Also, sometimes church groups get together and read the bible together, and that is quite annoying because they are super loud. Other than that, i love the place. read more

Panera Bread - Habiscus iced tea - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Sometimes chain places can be a turn off but this place certainly is not a turn off at all. Located in the heart of Simi it's very easy to get there, their bread selection and bread quality is superb, there aren't many bakeries that offer good bread in town that I know so this is the place to get it. They also offer soups and sandwiches combos... Delicious definitely to die for food and great flavors. Another turn in about Panera is their commitment to customers to eliminate all GMO food from their restaurants by 2016. Highly recommended place. read more

The food was okay. Not bad, not great. The service was mediocre and we had to wait a little longer than we'd like for our food. We were very hungry though so overall it hit the spot. I've been to better Panera's before but it wouldn't hurt to try this place out for yourself. Who knows, it might have been an off day. We'll definitely be giving them a second chance. read more

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This location is usually busy as it's the only one in Simi and right near a lot of stores. I don't go here as much as I have previous locations due to the insanely long time it takes to get food, the lack of detail for cleaning, and the price. More often then not if there are tables they are dirty with previous people's dishes. If you have to order coffee and bagels for a work meeting it will suit that need fine but don't expect to get in and out for a lunch break read more

Panera Bread - Mediterranean sandwich with chicken noodle soup - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

This review is specifically for their breakfast menu, ok? After weeks of always missing Panera's breakfast hours, we finally managed to squeeze it in our morning and it's was such a bummer because we really expected much better. First of all, the breakfast menu consists of various egg sandwiches, oatmeal, and bagels with cream cheese. Big whoop. I ordered the Avocado, Egg & Spinach Power Sandwich and my other half ordered an Egg, Sausage & Cheese sandwich with tomato on a bagel. Honestly we should have just ordered the oatmeal and called it a day. Right off the bat the guy behind the counter, although really handsome, spoke in snotty monotone as if he didn't want to be there. He had to ask the ladies behind the counter 4 times for my cappuccino, and I would hear it again 7 times before my boyfriend had to literally ask someone for it, well after our sandwiches had arrived at the table. Like 20 minutes after. And the sandwiches were just gross, I don't know what else to say. Their bagels don't really have any flavor, and I honestly felt like I was eating McDonald's, but it didn't taste as good. The service and quality was really unfortunate. I honestly don't know why anyone would choose Panera's for breakfast... I much prefer Corner Bakery, at least you can get a a plate of scrambled eggs and pancakes, and their entire menu is much better tasting! Hell, if you want a real breakfast go to Old Santa Susana Cafe or First Street Family Restaurant and skip this joint! read more

Some sandwiches way too small for the price you pay. I like their broccoli cheddar soup even if it's a bit too salty some time. Oh! Salad is good too. read more

I love there macaroni and there bread! It's so good! Also, there cinnamon crunch bagels are the bomb! One of the best bagels I have ever eaten. read more

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Order rapid pick up. I arrived 5 minutes before my pick up time and had to wait for them to make my food. I kind of expected that since I was early. I ordered a hot chocolate and didn't get to drink it until I had left and arrived at my lunch destination over 30 minutes away to find out that my "hot chocolate" was warm water with whip cream on top. I'm not kidding. It was JUST water and whip cream. So I spent $4 on warm water and can't get a refund. Awesome. read more

$17 for a bowl of soup & a mac & cheese! A small portion at that! You've got a be kidding me! It's the last time I promise you that!

Trying to keep a local place in business to no avail. 2 weeks ago went for breakfast at 9am. Sign on the door "not open until 10am". Decided to go back yesterday. 10:30am and the sign on the door says new hours open at 8am. Yay! waited for the 3 people ahead of me and got to the cashier and ordered my soufflé and was informed we do not serve breakfast on weekends? We looked online before we came and it said breakfast only served to 11am. No sign on the door, menu items clearly visible on the board. The next 3 people behind me, same story. All turned away. Sorry to say but this town needs a place like this that is run effectively. read more

Food is great. Service is slow. Why can I order breakfast items on rapid order??? Just dumb, when the line is out the door. read more

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This is a great place with great food! Shout out to Andrea who was very helping in getting our order! read more

Panera Bread - Iced cold Pepsi on a hot summer day! - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Terrible, this has got to be the worst one I've been to. Slow service, got a simple hot chocolate and it tasted like water, and their oat meal? Oh it was hot (straight out of the microwave hot) but was soooo dry, for over 5.00 for oatmeal it better be good and a decent serving ( was think one Quaker packet) today there are managers and upper ups and it still sucked, the only thing different was that the staff was overly pleasant and it was much cleaner than I've seen it in a few years.... read more

I just sat down, haven't even gotten my food yet and I'm already regretting my decision. This place is sooo gross, every table in this place is dirty with plates and trash, I keep stepping on food that's still on the floor, their trash cans are filled to the top, it's disgusting! read more

The restaurant is clean & the staff is very friendly. I ordered the chicken noodle soup and I noticed when I got home that tasted different. When I looked on their website it says it's a new recipe. Not as good as the original, won't order the chicken noodle soup again read more

Panera bread is a great company that gives people a good opportunity of work , employees are very friendly and I love when I'm in line and they know my order already thanks guys !!!you guys all RoCk!!! read more

I wish this Panera was better managed, I love Panera. But this store is constantly out of bread. My last order the bread was all soggy .. and not from seasoning it was just wet. Please train your young staff how to make a proper Sandwich... however mine was soggy that can't happen it's gross and I threw it away. Please do better, train better. read more

I was really looking forward to getting a clam chowder bread bowl, that's why I came here but they were not serving it that day so I had to order something else. I ended up getting the Alfredo tortellini chicken pasta with salad and my boyfriend got the chipotle chicken sandwich (which the lady claimed was one of their most popular items) First off for the amount of food that we got it was very over priced for very little food. The chicken in my pasta was raw and completely pink. The pasta was also extremely salty, not good at all. The salad was ok. And my boyfriends sandwich was a mess, didn't look appetizing at all. Very little meat in it, mostly just sauce. I would not go back here again. read more

Food is always great, but the service is always a hit or miss. Unfortunately, they act like you're interrupting something more important when you try to order. The new online order feature is a great idea but they really need to get a bit more organized with it, I ordered with the "10 minutes" express ordering tool, and when I got there they acted as if my order had never existed. After standing there and dealing with some employees who were frustrated (because of what seemed to be a understaffing problem), my order was found but wasn't complete!? After finding this out I had to stand in between two employees arguing over who had to finish my order....I will say the employee at the register was very helpful and friendly (but looked like she needed some help with controlling the register area and what seemed like restocking everything upfront). Regardless of my experience I will still continue to order from Panera, I am just dissatisfied with this visit, they need better scheduling, and better organization when it comes to orders. read more

I used to work in this environment. Lots of my old coworkers super nice and I still talk to them this day. Wish I could've kept growing with the business but it began to be to much when they asked me to take a rat out, it was in our aprons. It was stuck to it, i looked as if it had been washed with our aprons. Other than that food is alright but definitely not worth paying for. read more

Food was good but that place was super dirty outside. Trash was falling out of the garbage and the employees probably didn't see the mess left behind by the people sitting outside but it was bad. read more

Their customer service totally sucks. I waited over 20 minutes for my food and their response was that it got lost in the system. They weren't even busy. read more

Went in on Friday morning during the morning rush I assume. The line had about 6 people in it and they had one cashier. They got my order wrong we had to go up mad request the correct one. They did not give my son his drink. Not to mention my bagel was burnt. I was in such. Hurry I didn't have time to have it remade. It appeared as if multiple team members were just hanging around in the back as well as the manager. I come here citen and have never got this type of service. Management needs to re-evaluate their scheduling during busy hours so their customers are taken care of. read more

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This is the dirtiest Panera Bread I've ever been to and it wasn't even busy. What a shame, the food was okay, the customer service is mediocre. read more

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I just ordered doordash with them and everything was soggy and handled poorly. Side order was wrong and they serve you less than they used to because they dont make enough money because everyone should know this location is trash. Not gonna waste my money here again. If i wanted to be this disappointed and eat this type of food., ill just eat hospital food. Its not muxh different read more