Panera Bread

3.7
970 reviews
Toasted Italiano & Balsamic Chicken Greens with Grains

About

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From focusing on quality ingredients to serving our food to you in a warm and welcoming environment, Panera Bread is committed to being an ally to our guests. That means crafting a menu of soups, salads and sandwiches that we are proud to feed our families. You don’t have to compromise to eat well. Whether you want to come in and enjoy a coffee and our complimentary Wi-Fi, or order online using Rapid Pick-Up so you can grab something quickly, Panera Bread Mesa is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupNot available

Location

Panera Bread
1946 South Signal Butte Rd, Mesa, AZ
85209, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.7
970 reviews
5 stars
452
4 stars
198
3 stars
94
2 stars
71
1 star
155

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers generally enjoy the food, particularly the soups and sandwiches, but there are frequent complaints about portion sizes and inconsistencies in food preparation.

Service Speed

Many reviews mention slow service, especially during busy times, with some customers expressing frustration over long wait times.

Pricing Concerns

Numerous customers feel that the prices are too high for the portion sizes and quality of food received, leading to dissatisfaction.

Customer Service

While some staff members are praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, there are significant complaints about rude service and lack of attention from employees.

Cleanliness Issues

Several reviews highlight cleanliness problems, particularly with dirty tables and unsanitary conditions in the restaurant.
  • BR
    Barbara Rees
    Nov 8, 2025
    5.0
    Loving that green tea
  • MM
    Maggie Mitchell
    Nov 6, 2025
    1.0
    This is the second time I have ordered delivery from this location in the past two weeks, and both times, they have sent the wrong soup, wrong ingredients on the sandwich or the wrong sandwich all together. Tonight, my MIL took a bite of her sandwich and pulled out a long black hair from the middle of it. She’s now in the back yard throwing it up. We won’t be eating from this location again.
  • CA
    Curtis Allison
    Nov 4, 2025
    3.0
    ⭐⭐½ — Panera Bread (Local Visit) Panera’s always been one of those “once every couple of weeks” stops for me — a good salad and a half sandwich, or sometimes soup and salad when you want something light and fresh. I usually go for the Fuji Apple Chicken Salad, but this time it felt a little dry. My half sandwich looked more like a quarter — heavy on the crust, light on the filling — and the presentation just wasn’t there. It’s not about fancy plating, but when you’re paying for something “fresh-baked and crafted,” it should at least feel complete. I went up to ask for a little extra dressing and got a bit of attitude from the woman behind the counter. I get it — she looked busy — but the “it’s already in there, sir” response while it clearly wasn’t just sums up the bigger issue. More and more, it feels like restaurants we’ve grown up with are losing their rhythm. Whether it’s short staffing, tight budgets, or just burnout, the consistency and care are slipping. It shouldn’t take a $100 meal to feel like someone’s paying attention to the details. Panera used to be that simple spot for soup, salads, and sandwiches done right. Lately, though, it’s starting to feel a bit more half-baked than fresh-baked.
  • TE
    Tonya Emery
    Nov 3, 2025
    4.0
    It was easy to customize our order to accommodate my granddaughter who has food allergies. However, I ordered the Harvest Medley Chicken Salad and had to take my tray back up as there was no chicken on my salad. The guy in the back was helpful and did add chicken.
  • TS
    Theresa S.
    Nov 1, 2025
    1.0
    Panera is overpriced, and omg, the rules. Yes, they have the dumbest rules. Don't believe me, call the store and listen to their pre-recorded message. It's rude. Then I get an $8.00 cup of soup and ask for a Croissant to go with it. Whoops, another rule. Croissants are only for sandwiches. You can not buy a plain croissant. Seriously? Umm, you have Croissants, but you won't sell one. Great job, Panera, you suck. You can keep your overpriced food. There are plenty of other places for me to get what I want. You best be careful in this economy where restaurants are dropping out of existence.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread at 1946 South Signal Butte Rd accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread does not accept reservations at this location.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread in Mesa, AZ?

Panera Bread is open daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.