Panera Bread

4.0
272 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 Riverbank is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
2231 Claribel Rd, Riverbank, CA
95367, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
272 reviews
5 stars
152
4 stars
45
3 stars
24
2 stars
12
1 star
39

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers reported inconsistent food quality, with some praising the freshness and taste while others complained about watery soups and incorrect orders.

Service Issues

Many reviews highlighted poor customer service, including rude staff, long wait times, and mistakes with orders.

Pricing Concerns

Several customers found the prices to be high relative to the portion sizes and quality of food received.

Cleanliness

While some customers noted cleanliness in the dining area, others reported unsanitary conditions, particularly in bathrooms and food presentation.

Positive Experiences

Despite the negatives, there were numerous positive comments about specific menu items and friendly staff at times, indicating potential for improvement.
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    ADRIANA ORTEGA
    Oct 30, 2025
    1.0
    Showed up just before 8pm and they were closed due to not being properly staffed. It's been an issu at this location since they opened. Also, if you come in within 2 hours of closing it is highly likely that you will get a watered down soup. Very unfortunate, given their steep prices on soups and sandwiches.
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    Antonio O'Campo
    Oct 18, 2025
    5.0
    I've been to at least 10 different Paneras throughout California, and they have always been just ok. But this location in particular was the absolute best Panera I have ever had. The bread was fresh and fluffy even at 7:30pm. The food had far better flavor, everything was prepared correctly, and it looked good and not just thrown together. My expectations for a Panera have forever changed. Bread bowl was crisp but the inside was fluffy. Each bite of the turkey bravo you could taste every ingredient individually, not just one mashup of the same taste. I hope it's always as good as it was here.
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    Erik Lehman
    Sep 16, 2025
    4.0
    I like their French onion soup. It's very good
  • AD
    Anthony Demarinis
    Sep 10, 2025
    1.0
    Picked up a bowl of Broccoli Cheese soup and I was given a bowl of colored water and 2 small pieces of broccoli. Called the Manager who advised when he returned from lunch he saw the soup was watery and threw it away and refunded the cost. All good but are the employees so stupid that they didn’t notice the soup was of poor quality? I don’t know how much they get paid per hour but they are a clueless bunch. I’m glad I didn’t leave a tip! I will never go back to Panera in Riverbank. Hold people or businesses accountable maybe they’ll get better employees to control quality!
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    Melissa Millanes
    Aug 19, 2025
    1.0
    The girl working the window acts like she hates her job and it hurts to smile. I would not have her working the drive thru.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Riverbank accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Riverbank does not accept reservations.

What are the opening hours for Panera Bread Riverbank?

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