Panera Bread - Pasadena

I don’t tend to remember Panera when I am thinking of eating out which is a shame because every time I go I like it. I like that the options are a little healthier and not too large. I particularly like their soup and salads. Their fresh baked bread is good as well.

This is a chain, it’s counter service with a good selection of bakery foods. They give you a pager when you order and then you go get the food yourself from a counter next to the kitchen. Before COVID they had wait staff that would bring the food out to you, but post virus you get a pager and go get it yourself. Strange thing is that for all their concern about not having wait staff since the virus, they’re still not concerned about wiping down the tables that customers are invited to clear themselves. It has always been hard to find a table in the dining room that was clean. They don’t clean them, unless you complain. They just let one customer after another eat on tables and clear their own table and the next guest just has to deal with the sticky table. I’ve never understood that.

Good place for a tasty lunch Counter service, quickly prepared, comfortable seating.

One of my favorite places to settle in with my device while enjoying some French bread and coffee. They offer a wide range of beverage flavors, along with various options for both regular and nonfat milk, including plant-based alternatives. The café attracts a loyal crowd throughout the day, including business professionals, students, and retirees. Most customers are well-mannered and focused on their own activities, representing the diverse demographics of this historic city and its surrounding middle-class areas. As a member of the sip club, the refreshing caffeine, nourishing carbs, proteins, and the overall atmosphere of the crowd keep me coming back for more!

We absolutely adore Panera Bread! Their salads, sandwiches, soups, pastries, and breads are all incredibly fresh and flavorful. The staff is consistently professional, courteous, and helpful, always going above and beyond to ensure you have a fantastic experience. I’ve also tried their delivery service, and everything has always arrived fresh and delicious. I’ve never had an issue with my orders.