Panera Bread

4.1
400 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 San Clemente is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA
92672, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
400 reviews
5 stars
220
4 stars
82
3 stars
36
2 stars
24
1 star
38

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Multiple reviews highlighted poor customer service, including rude interactions and long wait times for orders.

Food Quality

While many customers praised the food quality, there were complaints about portion sizes and food being served cold or not fresh.

Cleanliness

Several customers noted cleanliness issues, including dirty tables and bathrooms.

Staff Friendliness

Some reviews mentioned friendly staff, but there were also reports of unprofessional behavior from certain employees.
  • EB
    Erick Bonilla
    Nov 24, 2025
    5.0
    A place to have a cold or hot drink and a bite to eat. You can choose from sweets, salads and sandwiches.
  • TT
    T
    Nov 22, 2025
    1.0
    Awful service
  • MC
    Michelle Coleman
    Nov 21, 2025
    1.0
    So here’s the thing… my family and I come to this Panera ALL the time. We’re regulars and the food is always great. But after today, I’m done. I will NOT be eating here again. I deliver with Uber Eats on the side to support my kid by myself. I actually enjoy it, and I take pride in my work. I walked in today, like I’ve done a hundred times, to pick up a to-go order. The screen wasn’t showing anything, so I politely asked the blonde woman working the to-go counter about it. And in front of everybody standing there she goes, “Oh, you’re here with DoorTHIEF.” Not DoorDash… DoorTHIEF. (And I don’t even work for DoorDash, but whatever.) I was honestly shocked. I get that sometimes orders go missing or people have had bad experiences, but I am not one of those drivers, and that comment was completely out of pocket. I walked into a place of business to DO business, and instead I got talked to like I’m a thief or part of some low-class company. It was rude, embarrassing, and just plain uncalled for. I would NEVER talk down to someone for how they make their money. We’re all out here trying to survive. That employee didn’t have to be nasty like that. Do better, Panera. One mean apple really can spoil the whole bunch.
  • BS
    Baktash Sh
    Sep 13, 2025
    5.0
    Sweet customer service 👌
  • EC
    Edwin Cruz
    Sep 12, 2025
    1.0
    Ordenamos para comer en el lugar, pero cambiamos de opinión y lo pedimos para llevar y no me empacaron 2 sandwich, aparte de lo que se tardaron más de lo normal

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread San Clemente accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread San Clemente does not accept reservations.

What are the regular opening hours for Panera Bread San Clemente?

Panera Bread San Clemente is open from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sundays.