Panera Bread

4.0
761 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 Foster City is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1297 Chess Dr, Foster City, CA
94404, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
761 reviews
5 stars
384
4 stars
194
3 stars
76
2 stars
31
1 star
76

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers noted a decline in food quality and portion sizes, with some expressing disappointment over the freshness and taste of items.

Service Issues

Frequent complaints about order accuracy and staff attitude, with many customers experiencing issues with their orders.

Cleanliness

Mixed feedback on cleanliness, with some praising the environment while others pointed out areas needing improvement, such as crumbs on seats.

Atmosphere

Generally positive remarks about the atmosphere, with many customers appreciating the space for relaxation and work.

Pricing Concerns

Several reviews mentioned dissatisfaction with rising prices and perceived value for money.
  • CS
    Chester SooHoo-Ong
    Dec 29, 2025
    4.0
    Hi, they are very generous to customers especially on the coffee and drinks. Food is delicious reasonable price . Just need more cleaning on the carpet. Because there has a lot of kids around.
  • NA
    Nessi Antuanov
    Dec 6, 2025
    5.0
    Fresh. Good people. Goof food. 5+
  • GH
    George Hung
    Nov 27, 2025
    5.0
    The environment is really good.
  • SL
    Shawn Lafferty
    Nov 25, 2025
    5.0
    Panera’s food is great. It’s probably not the restaurant’s idea, but there’s EV chargers right in front where handicap spots usually are. I found this odd. Why don’t they add a gas pump too?! Are vehicle refueling supposed to go away from entrances?
  • RL
    Robert Lenk
    Oct 22, 2025
    3.0
    The wifi is roughhhh here. 1.5-3mbps. Don't come here to work. Food is...well...not panera 10 years ago

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Foster City accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Foster City does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread in Foster City?

Panera Bread is open daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, except on Sundays when it opens at 7:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM.