Ordered ahead told us it would be done in 15-20min, showed up when they said it would be ready and waited an extra 30min without explanation. Tried 3 different sandwiches, the bread was good but overall all of them were kinda bland and we ended up adding a bunch of seasoning and sauce to make it taste better. Don't think it was worth the wait personally. read more

My favorite spot in the city for soup and sandwiches and a Lakeview lunch institution. It's one of my favorite small businesses in Chicago run by the same family since they opened in 1994. I've been coming to Panes since 2007 and still love it. The Turkey Turkey sandwich is still my favorite, they also have good soups (great tortilla soup), cakes and pies also. I love that they kept the original decor, wall art and interior over the decades which gives it a nice 90's look and vibe compete with 90's-00's music. I almost expect Meg Ryan from You've Got Mail to walk in. read more

Sooo dry (In reference to The Popular sandwich and monster cookie) Decor is confusing and awesome. read more

Been coming here for years. Food is solid but absolute worst customer service. In a neighborhood full of sandwich shops it's hard to continue to support one that can't use basic common sense when it comes to serving customers. What a shame. read more

Panes is such an underrated and hidden gem that one can easily walk past if they're not on the lookout. Please make sure you do because this place knows their stuff! I had the turkey and bacon sandwich for my first go because I was in the mood for something close to a BLT. The bread was the star of the show, but all the ingredients were great quality. You can taste the difference in the fresh homemade bread with Panes. I've also had the Roast Beef sandwich and another home run. (Minus the spicy mayo) I've never had to wait a long time for an order and the staff have always been pleasant. It's a small place inside, but wholesome and cozy. The sandwiches come with Lay's chips, so not a dealbreaker for me. Would be nice to have some other chip options, but again the smallest of small things to notice. The sandwich is a decent size and fills you up for lunch. I can't wait to try some of their other foods (pastas and pizzas). read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Turkey Club Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just a heads up, no gluten free alternatives for bread! But everything was delicious and came out quickly. read more

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Food: 3.7/5. The oaxacan pork sandwich is good. Their bread is phenomenal, especially the rosemary olive oil sourdough. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Oaxacan Pork Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

4.5 to be exact. Great sandwiches that hit the spot. Banana bread was so so, but definitely go for the sandwiches. Comes with a handful of Lay's potato chips. Throw them in your sandwich for a little crunch! read more

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I want to like this place. I just waited half an hour for my food in a not full restaurant with no explanation.

Cutesy little neighborhood bakery. Stopped in with some friends and enjoyed the easy ordering of delicious pastries and deserts. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This restaurant never disappoints. It is one of my all time favorites, being a local. And also, the macaroni is absolutely delicious and I have never had a problem. It is absolutely worth trying and the pastries are amazing too. So are sandwiches (because it IS a sandwich shop.) the workers are nice and the food comes out quickly. While waiting, there's a lot to look at with the amazing decorations and funny quotes along the walls. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Baked Macaroni - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Run don't walk. They do reverse inflation pricing here. $23 for this makes me feel like i'm dancing w Margot Robbie in '08. Best bread in the country too read more

Service was good, food came out fast, and tasted great!! We got the French toast and a bacon, egg and cheese. Vibe was super cute inside. read more

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Excellent sandwich (Pollo Diablo). The kind of sandwich that makes you stop and say how good of a sandwich it is. You have to talk about it with whomever. An exclamatory sandwich. Perfect bread. Service is a little dry, but not odd. Worth the stop or consistent visit. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ambiance is nice, the place is clean and it feels cozy. Heads up that the prices from the menu on the website (https://panes-bread-cafe.foodjoyy.com/) are pretty off- the Popular sandwich is $11.25 ($12.49 after tax), not $5.95. I liked the sandwich, it comes with Lays potato chips. I'm going to try a different one because the Popular had a lot of cooked spinach, and it tends to clump up, and getting a mouthful of just cooked spinach every few bites is less than ideal. read more

Finally made it in here- very clear that they make everything fresh. High-quality sandwiches, breads, and to go items. I had the chicken club, but asked for a spicy mayo instead of regular. sandwich was huge! Definitely could've shared it with someone else and been full. only small complaint is my soup was packed really badly and spilled everywhere so I couldn't eat it, but I'll try again next time. Will be back. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - HALF of the Chicken Club Sandwich (I got spicy mayo instead of regular). this sandwich is huge! - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really good food. I got 'The Popular' which was excellent. The tomato bread is very fresh read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Excellent Spot! - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My friend and I were craving a cozy cafe with soup, and we stumbled upon this little gem of a place! It was quite empty on a snowy Sunday night, but they did have a lot of take-out orders. We had our choice of tables and settled in. Service was quick. The soup and bread were dreamy. Prices were extremely reasonable too! I'd come back! read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's a cute little cafe. I got the popular sandwich to go. The bread on the sandwich was good, but other than that nothing special. It needed sauce or more flavor to it. read more

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Lovely spot to get a sandwich. They also have a lot of sweet treats. All the sandwiches come with potato chips. They have plenty of indoor seating. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Veggie Cabra Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was great, the person that took our orders was really friendly and helpful, and the restaurant is a comfortable place to sit and eat. It did take a surprisingly long time to get our sandwiches, but the food really was wonderful when we got it. I'd definitely go back. read more

I only came here for a small bite, but the place is so cute and cozy. It's quiet and calm, which made me feel comfortable. The bread is DELICIOUS I'm definitely coming again to try the rest of Panes menu! read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Chicken vegetable soup & bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Panes is always delicious! My favorites are either the Apple French toast or an omelette with a side of toast. All the baked goods look amazing. read more

Panes Bread Cafe is a cute brunch spot and bakery located off Sheffield. The food is all really reasonably priced and extremely delicious. The portion sizes are wonderful too. For some reason, the decor is part Iowa Hawkeyes fan part Hispanic culture, but it really works. Highly recommend anyone stop by. read more

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Ohhhh I'm so happy to have FINALLY tried Panes! I've driven so many times, and I've been to just about every neighboring restaurant. So needless to say, my visit to Panes was long overdue. Panes is a picturesque bread cafe. There are a few chairs outside to enjoy your food when the weathers nice, and surprisingly a decent amount of seats inside as well! We grabbed a menu to scope out sandwich options and waited in line to order. The sandwiches are decently priced, especially knowing that it's going to be on freshly baked bread. There is something sooo special about fresh bread, and it's worth the higher price tag for me. I ordered the turkey turkey, which is smoked turkey, avocado, roasted red pepper, and spicy mayo on tomato bread. This sandwich is seriously PERFECT. Its stacked with turkey and the bread lived up to my expectations. I also was able to to stretch it for two days because it's a decent size sammy! The biggest downsize was that it was served with lays chips which are kind of meh. Homemade chips or another brand of kettle chips that are a little more substantial would be ideal, but at the end of the day I'm there for the sandwich, not the chips. Definitely want to try other sandwich combos and offerings at Panes. They had banana bread and ciabatta that looks absolutely delicious. read more

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Try your sandwich on the Sweet French Bread. It's absolutely a game changer, so good! read more

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Okay listen to me, it's not like this is the best pasta you'll ever have, it's not like a Michelin starred Italian restaurant, like come on. It's a cute cafe that has a case of pies and cakes and has sandwiches and bread and pasta and you know what it's so necessary and sufficient!!! This is the pasta I make for myself when I'm hungry and it's 11pm. This is the sandwich I would crave at 3pm on a Thursday. It's a big fat bowl of comfort pasta that is cheap and filling and I would cry into it about my boy problems. It's small and has a tired soul but so do I, it was nice to sit there and commiserate with her read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Angel hair pasta - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Mmmmmmmmm yes please. Got this chicken club and oh boy it made me wanna go to one! And the tomato bread my bestie has. Oooooompf. Made me feel some kinda way. Was treated so well from the girl at the counter she was BRAT! And the vibes in there are to die for. Great slow atmosphere. Yasss queen read more

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Our favorite spot in Chicago. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner all fantastic. Couldn't recommend it more

Some of the best sandwiches I've ever had. The bread is absolutely delicious, and the portions are great. The food does take a very long time, so it may not be the best choice if you're in a hurry. If you can, call your order on and give it 30 mins. No exaggeration. But the food is worth it. read more

Stopped to grab a quick, late lunch after a long day out. Food ended up taking a lot longer than expected though. I had "The Popular" which immediately called my name. I've never heard of tomato bread, but basically it's an Italian bread with some tomatoes on top. I liked it, and the bread was very fresh and light. Juicy grilled chicken breast throughout with gooey provolone cheese on top. The caramelized onions and bell peppers provided some sweetness as well. While I enjoyed the sandwich, the chips were cold and not salty. With tons of options, I'll for sure be back and will also try their monster cookie. read more

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What a neighborhood treasure! Fresh, homemade bread and delicious sandwiches, soups, and entrees. Their desserts melt in my mouth. Easy takeout, or eat in their pleasant cafe atmosphere. Highly recommend their Cubano sandwich and peanut butter & chocolate Buckeyes. read more

Great spot for a tasty sandwich. The four of us all had different orders and were not disappointed. I loved the Sunny California that was loaded with lots of veggies. They also have some dessert options. We tried the buckeyes and Oaxacan Anchor truffles. They were delicious. The employees working were so kind and helpful. The atmosphere to stay and eat was cute and cozy. Check this spot out! read more

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Tried the Roast Beef sandwich this time and it was really good! Panes never disappoints. I think the Oaxacan pork is still better, but definitely a good contender. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Roasted Beef Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Amazing food I tried a bunch of their sandwiches for like two weeks straight while I was working near the area and had a bunch of their soups as well. Definitely recommend it to at least give it a try. read more

Visiting our daughter, we wanted some lunch around 1PM. It wasn't busy at all in the dining room but they appeared to be doing a brisk take-out business. Easy enough to place our order at the counter. Sat down and waited. I felt it took a little too much time for our order to come out of the kitchen. The bread on my Veggie Cabra was some of the best sandwich bread I've had in a long time. The correct balance of crisp crust and chewy bread without overwhelming the flavors of the sandwich. I loved the goat cheese paired with the vegetables. The bathrooms are down a steep set of stairs - we did not visit them. There was some seating outside, but very tiny. The AC was a little high for my liking and even my husband mentioned it. The front door was wide open and it was in the low 70's outside. I'm sure it was toasty in the kitchen though. read more

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Cute little bread cafe, but nothing out of this world! We stopped in panes for a snack between trains. My friend ordered a chicken sandwich and found it to be pretty flavorless- she had to add a ton of salt. I ordered a tea and they just handed me a basket of teabags to choose from- just your classic diner teas. My friend also had a coffee, they only offer drip. It was a really cute space and the server was so friendly! It's a good place to have a little toast or some tea, but definitely not super memorable. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Inside - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Panes Bread Cafe has been around for a long time and is a neighborhood staple. They serve up delicious affordable sandwiches made with high quality ingredients. I had the chicken club today, which was great and had grilled chicken, bacon, cheese, avocado, and tomatoes inside. I also ordered a monster cookie for dessert, which was a giant cookie that tasted like a combo of an oatmeal raisin cookie, chocolate chip and M&M cookie. read more

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Called in our order and walked over to pick it up in about 20 minutes. For COVID the restaurant was cleared of the tables and chairs, so there was a good amount of space inside to socially distance. When we arrived, there were 2 other people standing off to the side waiting for orders. We didn't see cookies on the online menu, but they have them if you ask. Overall, this place is good value -- yummy sandwiches at a decent price! The bread has a really good texture, crunch on the outside but soft on the inside. The bread is nice and thin too, so the filling to bread ratio is excellent. Oaxacan Pork - Marinated pork loin with good depth of flavor. This sandwich comes with caramelized onions, spicy mayo and roasted red peppers. Just the right amount of spicy due to the spicy mayo. Comes with a bag of simple potato chips. Tuna Blanca - almost like a tuna coleslaw. The menu says the tuna is made with albacore white tuna mixed with red onions, celery, mayo, lettuce and tomato...but I'm pretty sure there's also carrot in there. The carrots added a refreshing sweetness that I've never had before in tuna salad. Comes with a bag of simple potato chips. Cookies - got the chocolate chip and monster cookies. Both are thick cookies and depends on your cookie preference. I thought they were both just ok, but I'd be open to trying their other baked items next time. read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Oaxacan Pork Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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New to the area and so glad this spot is nearby!! I stopped by for a quick lunch and they checked all the boxes. On a Saturday for lunch it was busy, but there were enough tables for customers. The person in front of us had a large order of 8 sandwiches so we waited about 15 minutes which I felt was pretty reasonable all things considered. The menu has lots of options, and I loved what I ordered! The Super Panes was great! I loved the fresh baked bread, although it is on the sweeter side. The bacon and honey mustard also played super well together. The portion was large enough that splitting it worked for a light lunch! I added a monster cookie for dessert, and I highly recommend for a fun treat!! It had crisp edges but the chocolate was gooey which is perfect to me. I plan to be back to try more!! read more

Panes Bread Cafe - Super Panes Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois