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    Panera Bread

    3.3 (87 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

    Order Panera Bread Takeout or Delivery

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Chipotle Chicken, Egg & Avo Sandwich  Squished and gross
    Jonathan R.

    Food quality rapidly declining over the past year. What's happening at this location?? A few months ago they stopped offering the orange-cranberry muffins and pumpkin muffins. Then the cinnamon rolls went from being fluffy, tall, and moist to being flat and dry like a hockey puck. I often get the breakfast sandwiches and noticed the biggest decline in quality with these items. They used to be full, freshly made, visually appealing sandwiches. They also looked (mostly) like the pictures on the app. Now they have become flat, squished, and nothing like the pictures. Check out the photo comparison I included. They are not worth the $6.59 price, which goes up to $7.89 if you get delivery and they increase the price of all items for that method!

    Frozen chocolate cold brew. Really delicious
    Lisa O.

    I like this Panera because I can meet family and friends here . It is the closest to my house. Food has always been good. Drinks fair. Sometimes it looks like they don't fill my cup all the way up.Service is nice . They are a bit slow getting orders out. Especially when you only order a drink. For the most part we think it is great but like I said a little slow. Clean and plenty of parking

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    J David H.

    I do love Panera and this is a first time visit at this store located in the Red Mill area of Virginia Beach. Parking is all surface and around the store. I found the lot and walks clear of debris. The storefront is hidden from the road and faces inward, so if you find yourself searching from the street your not see the sign. Like all Panera's they have a kiosk system to place the order yourself if you like. In my opinion this works best when their is a line which there was not early Friday afternoon when visiting. The young male staff was friendly and helpful with my son's order of chicken tortellini with side baguette. I got a chocolate chip cookie. The decor is obviously Panera, but each store has a bit of their own identity on floor plan. This plan seems to be smaller in square footage, but more than ample. Since the dining room is not deep lots of natural light flows to the rear. All tables not used were clean. The bus yourself trash area as well as the drink station were also clean. Our order was expedited by the store manager and took less than 10 minutes. My son reported that the taste of everything was good and since he ate everything I assumed this to be the case. My cookie was fresh and yummy! I would not hesitate in returning and would recommend others try. Panera as a chain seems to be consistently above average and this is why I return.

    Italian sandwich
    Jenn H.

    Dave and I were in the area and wanted to grab lunch. Line was super long- it was almost out the door. We decided to order our food at the kiosk station. We really liked the convenience of being able to look through the menu and select our order on the touch screen. Once you're done ordering you just grab a number and they'll bring your food out to you. You can also order from your table using their online app. Each table has a table number and after you place your order they can bring your food out to you. Very smooth and convenient food ordering process. Food was good. Dave ordered the Italian sandwich with chips. Chips were too salty. He also got a chocolate chip cookie which he said was perfect. I ordered the pick two: broccoli and cheese soup with a Chipotle chicken sandwich. Nice visit. Good service. Clean bathrooms.

    Bacon Turkey Bravo with some cinnamon on it? Couldn't finish eating it. What did you have my bread next to Panera?
    Melissa M.

    I just got back from deployment and was looking forward to having a good sandwich from Panera. I got halfway through it and took a bite of cinnamon streusel on my bacon turkey bravo sandwich. Bummer!

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    Shey R.

    I barely visit this place since it's far from home. But let me tell you, today I came by after my dog's appointment and put my order into the kiosk. Waited a little bit and the manager approached me and asked what's my name. Right away he checks my order at the back and came back with it. I even requested some butter and he willingly turned around and gave me some including the knife. He is very attentive and focused. I recommend this place. Thank you sir!

    Panera in Virginia Beach
    Bruce K.

    Good enough for a "bagel" and coffee for breakfast, which sucking down some wifi to send work emails. I put the "bagel" in quotes because it's good and it has the flavor but come on. This isn't exactly a New York style bagel. But you can't beat the convenience of a comfortable table with free wifi (it will cut out on you during the busy lunch hours) and more than enough power outlets with unlimited refill coffee. This is a good location in the shopping plaza with plenty of parking.

    Turkey bacon bravo

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    Zero hustle here. 20 minutes to get a breakfast sandwich and smoothie. Terrible operation. Food was fine - as expected at Panera.

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    Had a tuna sandwich.very little tuna on a rock hard bread/ roll.last time for Panera.

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    The service and food are wonderful here. The atmosphere is quaint with customers and employees alike.

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    I love the Broccoli cheese soup, and the tuna Sandwich, actually there isn't anything on the menu that I wouldn't recommend, it's all 5 Star

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    The Stockpot - Eggs Scramble

    The Stockpot

    4.5(385 reviews)
    6.0 mi
    $$

    While working at a conference at the VA Convention Center, some colleagues requested I come here…read morewith them for lunch, they said they had been before and it was really good. When we got there, at lunchtime on a weekday, they were packed, but there were a few seats open at a hightop, which we took. Service was great and attentive, as well as helpful as she offered great suggestions and explained how various dishes were made. I tried a cup of their red bean and ham soup (it was the soup du jour) as well as their open face chicken salad sandwich and both were very good. They were both made fresh, in-house with fresh ingredients. Flavors were great too. I really liked the touch of having Dijon mustard on the chicken salad sandwich. There were so many great things on the menu that I would definitely return and try more!

    I'm not usually one to leave negative reviews because I know how tough the restaurant industry can…read morebe. Im also usually a huge fan of Stockpot, as I frequent the one in Norfolk. I'm a chef myself and travel to different restaurants regularly, so I try to be understanding. That said, the service we experienced yesterday at Stock Pot was unfortunately some of the worst I've had in quite a while. We sat outside, and it honestly felt like we were being deliberately ignored. The restaurant wasn't busy, yet we had to wait long stretches just to get basic things. At one point near the end of our meal, we asked for a box and our check. Instead of bringing it over, the waitresses stood around talking with other waitresses, while we continued to wait. After sitting there for quite a while, we eventually had to ask for the check and box, a second time. Throughout the meal the service was inconsistent. We had three different waitresses checking on us, but were left to sit for about 30 minutes alone at one point, and it took almost 20 to have our order taken, once we ordered, we had to request our appetizer again, after waiting another 20 or so minutes. Upon asking, again, we found out they were out of part of the appetizer we ordered. After that it came out quick. The food, however, was excellent and definitely the highlight of the experience. That's why this review is disappointing to write -- the kitchen is clearly doing a great job. I just hope the service side improves, because it didn't match the quality of the food.

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    GuangDong Taste - Fried Eggplant

    GuangDong Taste

    4.2(494 reviews)
    5.8 mi
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    Once again, Sophia and I stopped here for lunch which was a year later. This was the 3rd time…read morewe've been here which should've been done way earlier. The previous two times ended up with satisfaction. Shall the 3rd stop be icing on the cake? We were seated immediately upon walking inside. It was almost half packed which was fine with us. Decor was nice all around, the staff were friendly and customers seemed happy too. You know we can't negate that type of vibe. After looking through the menu for several minutes, I decided on ordering chicken in soy sauce (half portion) with a side of white rice and Egg Drop soup which came with crispy wonton strips. Everything was delicious. It has been a while since I've had this type of soup so I couldn't pass it up. The chicken was cooked well with plenty of soy sauce marinating the meat. I took half of it home where it was plentiful. Definitely not a bad lunch for the both of us (Sophia had the salt and pepper squid which was my go-to for previous visits). Hopefully we'll be back here sooner than later. Till next time :)

    I've been to GuangDong for a birthday dinner previously and decided to go for dinner to give it a…read moresecond try. This was one of the most uncomfortable dining experiences I've had. From the moment we sat down, the service felt rushed. Our waitress barely gave us time to look at the menu before pushing us to order. It didn't feel welcoming at all, it felt like we were an inconvenience. While we were eating, there was a very concerning situation happening with some employees. Two women who appeared intoxicated kept coming from the back of the restaurant, stumbling and falling all over the floor. One of them was repeatedly rubbing her nose with what looked like a powdery substance while a man kept pulling them back into a room near the restrooms. This went on multiple times. It was extremely uncomfortable and honestly scary,especially because my kids and their friend were with us. We weren't the only ones disturbed. Two other tables actually got up and left while this was going on. A couple sitting nearby looked completely shocked when the waitress began mocking me later on. The whole atmosphere felt chaotic and unprofessional. We ended up asking for to-go boxes because the environment felt unsafe. Unfortunately, the food didn't make up for it. The chicken was very soggy and not crispy at all. On top of that, the entire restaurant smelled strongly like smoke mixed with a harsh chemical odor. It did not feel clean. To make matters worse, a 20% gratuity was automatically added to our bill. When I asked about it, the waitress immediately became defensive and said they charge 20% for parties over five. I calmly explained that we were three adults and two children (five total). Instead of clarifying professionally, she began yelling back and forth with another woman, mocking what I was saying. She then snatched the check from the table and said, "For future reference, it's 20% for everyone." The entire interaction was incredibly rude and unprofessional. Overall, extremely unprofessional, uncomfortable, and not a place I would recommend at all, especially for families.

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    GuangDong Taste - Spacious

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    GuangDong Taste - Seafood delight (scallops, squid, shrimp)

    Seafood delight (scallops, squid, shrimp)

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    Osaka Ramen And Sushi

    Osaka Ramen And Sushi

    4.2(130 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    I've been wanting Ramen for a few weeks and found Osaka Ramen is close to home. So, we decided to…read moregive Osaka a try and ordered 3 Tonkotsu bowls (pork) to go. Wow, amazing flavor and nice portions, we are half and saved thed rest for another sitting. It repeats well in the microwave. Can't wait to try more items on the menu!

    I've been on the hunt for a good ramen spot--and after a few disappointing tries, I finally found…read moreit. Osaka Ramen and Sushi really exceeded my expectations. I ordered the spicy umami miso ramen with tofu, karaage, and a soft-boiled egg, and it was absolutely delicious--rich, comforting, and full of flavor. I'll admit I went a little overboard with the add-ons, but I was just too excited and couldn't resist. It's a hidden gem tucked into a shopping center and easy to miss from the main road, but there's plenty of parking and once you're inside it's much more spacious than it looks. The staff were friendly, service was quick, and everything came out fresh. Prices were very reasonable too, especially for the portion sizes and quality. There's also a wide menu beyond ramen, so I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more. Before leaving, I grabbed a brown sugar boba milk tea too. I was already full, so I saved it for later--but even then, it was still really good. Overall, a great first experience--I'll definitely be returning!

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    Osaka Ramen And Sushi - Wall Decor

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    Osaka Ramen And Sushi - Salad with Ginger dressing

    Salad with Ginger dressing

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    Thai Arroy - Chicken Fried Rice

    Thai Arroy

    4.2(317 reviews)
    6.5 mi
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    I went to Thai Aroy with a friend during Restaurant Week, where they were offering a three-course…read moremeal for either $25 or $35. I chose the $25 option, which included an appetizer, an entrée, and a dessert. For the appetizer, I picked the shrimp rolls and crab rangoons. You get two shrimp rolls and four crab rangoons with a side of sauce. It was a really solid starter--perfect to hold you over until the main dish. I also loved that it was a duo, so you didn't have to choose between the two. That was definitely a plus. For my entrée, I ordered the shrimp pad thai, and this was actually my first time ever trying pad thai. I wanted to try something different, and I'm so glad I did because it was really, really good. I would honestly go back just for this dish alone. The shrimp was cooked well, the noodles had the perfect amount of flavor, and the portion size was very satisfying. No complaints at all. For dessert, you can choose between coconut ice cream or fried bananas. My friend got the coconut ice cream, and I got the fried bananas, and we ended up splitting both. Together? Delicious. They do offer them together as part of the $35 option, but since we both did the $25, we just shared--and it worked out perfectly. The customer service was also great. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted and seated right away. They kept our table clean, cleared plates quickly after each course, and checked on us throughout the meal. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, professional, and happy to give recommendations. Overall, I would definitely go back to try more of their food. This was a really good experience from start to finish.

    I wanted a light lunch and came in for some Tom Yum soup and a Larb Gai salad. The staff was very…read moreappreciative to have us there. Though they weren't busy while we were there, it's clearly popular based on the very nice reviews. Their menu has all the popular, typical Thai fare and several soups to choose from as well. Their Tom Yum was pretty good! Nice, robust flavor and fresh ingredients. Their larb gai was amazing! They serve it 'lettuce wrap' style, with all the ingredient pre-assembled in little Romain boats which were very easy to pick up and eat and they weren't messy. Flavors were great and the ingredients were very fresh. I would definitely come back here for Thai food!

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    Thai Arroy - This is a view of the bar area inside.  Photo taken January 21, 2023.

    This is a view of the bar area inside. Photo taken January 21, 2023.

    Thai Arroy - Pad Thai (chicken)

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