Panera Bread

3.9
574 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 Escondido is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsNot available

Location

Panera Bread
1286 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA
92029, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.9
574 reviews
5 stars
287
4 stars
124
3 stars
48
2 stars
34
1 star
81

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness

Multiple reviews highlighted dirty tables and restrooms, indicating a lack of cleanliness in the dining area.

Customer Service

Feedback varied, with some praising friendly staff while others reported rude or unhelpful interactions, particularly regarding order accuracy and responsiveness.

Food Quality

Customers expressed mixed feelings about food quality, with some enjoying the meals while others criticized portion sizes and freshness.

Pricing

Many reviews noted that prices are perceived as high relative to portion sizes and food quality, leading to dissatisfaction among customers.
  • RM
    Rose M.
    2 days ago
    3.0
    This Panera has looked like a dump lately. The ceiling got a leak in the last rain, and now a whole section of seating is Dextered off. The inside is dingy and date and is always at least a little smoky, sometimes smoky enough to make your eyes water. And the outside is filthy. The furniture desperately needs cleaning to remove all the dirt and bird droppings. If it wasn't for that Sip Club and wifi, and a few outlets, no one would come here.
  • CA
    Cindy Anderson
    Dec 26, 2025
    1.0
    The restrooms and dining room were super dirty!! The staff was really busy so I understand things can get backed up however it wasn’t even during the usual lunch rush hour. The dishes were piled up, the trash cans were beyond full, and the restrooms were absolutely disgusting. There was no toilet paper in the stalls, there was urine everywhere, and trash all over the floor. The staff was very nice but they are definitely overworked and need more help!
  • SL
    Scott L
    Nov 21, 2025
    1.0
    My wife and I were at this Panera for an important meeting. Our two autistic sons were with us, eating quietly and handling everything with incredible patience. They were calm, respectful, and better behaved than many adults we have seen in restaurants. After the meeting ended, we went up to the front to look at the menu and order food to go. We sat the boys at the end of a booth near the register. Our oldest has sensory regulation needs. Part of how he regulates is by bouncing and loudly slapping the bench. The sound is part of what helps his body calm and organize itself. It was not destructive in any way, and we were fully aware of it. Every single time he began doing it, either my wife or I immediately stepped in and redirected him. He listened and stopped each time. Then an employee with brunette hair and a tattoo on her forearm, who was working the oven area and may have been a manager, walked up to us and said, “Can you make him stop?” before turning and walking away without giving us a second to respond. No patience. No empathy. No acknowledgment that we were already actively managing the behavior every single time it happened. Let me be absolutely clear. Our son was not misbehaving. He was regulating his body in the only way that works for him, and we were right there guiding him. The only uncomfortable part of the entire visit was the way this employee chose to speak to us. As parents of autistic children, we work every day to help our boys navigate public spaces safely and confidently. We do not expect everyone to immediately understand autism, but we do expect basic kindness and respect. What we encountered instead was dismissiveness toward a disabled child who was doing his best. Panera calls itself a community space. If an employee, possibly a manager, thinks this is an appropriate way to approach a family with disabilities, then this location has serious work to do when it comes to disability awareness and customer service. Families like ours deserve better.
  • SB
    Stormy Blu
    Nov 19, 2025
    5.0
    My favorite bagel date spot. Yummy, clean and professional.
  • JB
    Jean Brugger
    Oct 7, 2025
    4.0
    Good variety of fresh food and baked goods. You are encouraged to order at a kiosk and have to pick up order at counter so minimal service. Counter clerk Hope was nice.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Escondido accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Escondido does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread Escondido?

Panera Bread Escondido is open Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and on Sunday from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.