Panera Bread

3.9
690 reviews
Toasted Italiano & Balsamic Chicken Greens with Grains

About

CafeSalad ShopSandwich RestaurantBreakfast RestaurantSoup RestaurantTake Out RestaurantCoffee ShopBakeryRestaurant Delivery ServiceCaterer
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 Seal Beach is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
12241 Seal Beach Blvd, Seal Beach, CA
90740, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.9
690 reviews
5 stars
319
4 stars
159
3 stars
86
2 stars
43
1 star
83

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness

Multiple customers reported unsanitary conditions, including bad odors, dirty bathrooms, and unclean dining areas.

Service Issues

Customers experienced slow service, long wait times for food, and poor customer service from some staff members.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed the food, others found it to be overpriced, stale, or not meeting expectations.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's atmosphere was described as dreary and dingy, with complaints about unpleasant smells affecting the dining experience.

Staff Friendliness

Despite the issues, several reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff members.
  • BB
    Barb
    Oct 30, 2025
    1.0
    Tried to order breakfast online and said breakfast was available to 10:30....but even though it was about 10 minutes before 10:30 it would not let me order
  • MC
    Mr. CH
    Oct 16, 2025
    1.0
    Not clean, bad staff
  • AL
    Ashley Lynn
    Sep 28, 2025
    1.0
    This dining room smells like the Ninja Turtle sewer and the bathroom smells like a cat's cooter! I'm a SIP club member and was very impressed by the interesting building. The outside area was cute from a distance, but once I got closer, the seating was old and torn up. I ordered at the front, a fruit cup with a side of whipped cream, a toasted bagel, one cream cheese ($2.99 cream cheese?!?!) Ludacris, and a small hot beverage. After 5-10 minutes, I went to the counter. The manager was very busy with to-go orders, and there were also two other people working. I asked about my fruit cup and the side of whipped cream. She had a confused look on her face and said to me, "Whipped cream? That isn't normally how our fruit cups come." She also said it is not allowed, but she would do it for me this "one time" !!!! I explained to her that I ordered a side of whipped cream with my fruit cup. She told me it would be out shortly. Another 5 minutes passed by, and still nothing. Waited another 10 minutes, and I ordered it here, and she put everything in plastic to-go containers. that What??!!?? Ok lady!!! I went into the bathroom, and the lighting was out. I was waiting for master splinter himself to crawl out of the drain along with Pennywise the clown. It was very creepy. The bathroom sink faucet looks like something out of a horror movie. It also smelled like a bucket of bass because the sanitary napkin bins were overflowing. Looked like a scene from Vampire Diaries. DRIVE THE EXTRA FEW MILES TO THE NEXT PANERA. DON'T LET THE BUILDING FOOL YOU. THE SMELLS, THE CLEANLINESS, THE MANAGER, THE SERVICE ALL NEED TO IMPROVE!
  • AM
    aidee maria
    Sep 22, 2025
    1.0
    I’m honestly disgusted by the smell of this restaurant. The overwhelming stench that hits you the moment you walk in is absolutely unacceptable. It smells like a dirty sewer or pipe that oozes bad smells. It’s not just unpleasant, it’s horrendous and deeply concerning. What’s even more disturbing is that the employees are expected to work in this environment. No one should have to endure these conditions just to earn a living. This isn't just about bad business, it’s about basic human decency. If the owners are aware of this issue (which they must be), and continue to let it slide, they should absolutely be held accountable. Whether it's a lack of proper ventilation, poor waste management, or just outright negligence, this place is a health hazard to the workers. The food is good and the workers are lovely. Shame to the owners for the bad experience.
  • AB
    Acg blah
    Sep 22, 2025
    4.0
    No issues with food. The smell of the place is horrible. Someone is using dirty foul water to mop the floor. I can tell this is intentional. Has nothing to do with bread or what they serve. The stinch seems to be out of spite. No way I can dine in there. Take out always.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Seal Beach accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Seal Beach does not accept reservations.

What are the daily operating hours for Panera Bread Seal Beach?

Panera Bread Seal Beach is open daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM.