Panera Bread

3.6
1112 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 Lakewood is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
650 S Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO
80226, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.6
1,112 reviews
5 stars
454
4 stars
248
3 stars
128
2 stars
97
1 star
185

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Customers frequently reported rude and unprofessional behavior from staff, with several instances of poor customer service experiences.

Food Quality

Many reviews highlighted issues with food quality, including incorrect orders, missing ingredients, and overall dissatisfaction with portion sizes.

Pricing Concerns

Numerous customers expressed that the prices are too high for the quality and quantity of food received, leading to a perception of poor value.

Management Issues

Several reviews mentioned ineffective management and lack of supervision, contributing to a negative dining experience.

Positive Staff Experiences

Despite the negative feedback, some customers praised individual staff members for their kindness and helpfulness, indicating that there are positive interactions amidst the overall dissatisfaction.
  • TT
    Travis Tanner
    Jan 4, 2026
    2.0
    Not helpful at all. 2 guys didn’t know how to run a gift card and they never did figure it out. Several people walking around as we were standing at the counter needing assistance. Customer service could improve dramatically.
  • JA
    Jenny Arriaga
    Jan 3, 2026
    1.0
    I asked for a grilled cheese sandwich and got a tuna salad sandwich. Instead of talking about management moving your water maybe you should pay attention to the orders you’re supposed to be making. Thank you.
  • AV
    Alex Vance
    Dec 13, 2025
    1.0
    Received a very small amount of mac and cheese which was supposed to be a large. Staff acted rude when we politely asked about other issues with the order that were incorrect. Very expensive as well
  • TL
    Tim Lancaster
    Nov 24, 2025
    4.0
    The service and food was delightful, but the cost has increased significantly. That's the only reason they didn't get five stars. Wish it were more affordable for more regular visits.
  • AR
    Alexis Ruelas
    Nov 10, 2025
    1.0
    We've been eating here for about 13 years and it has continued to go down in quality over the years. It has come to the point where we won't eat here for a year and then give it another try and it is just as bad. They will regularly forget side items. They consistently put the wrong bread on the sandwiches. Asking for modifications will be hit or miss if they actually do it correctly. 9 times out of 10 we will get salads that are filled with gross lettuce that no one would ever eat because it is black and slimey. If you order delivery through Panera's website, they won't be able to refund or redeliver food without trying to get Door Dash approval which is frustrating because might as well have ordered through the Door Dash app. We called to get a full refund or redelivery on a completely bad order and we sat on hold for 25 minutes to get an answer. She finally said the dasher would be there in 5-10 minutes and the restaurant is 5 minutes from our house. It still took another 30 minutes. The dasher arrived and said that it wasn't ready and he was waiting. It arrived and 1 sandwich was wrong, 1 had slimey and black lettuce, and both salads again had black and slimey lettuce. You would think having to remake the full order that they would make sure it was good this time. Clearly they think it is too late to give proper lettuce. I'm in awe of how bad that whole experience was. The "manager" who answered was also the same girl Bree mentioned in another past bad review. Overall, we will probaly not continue to eat here again.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Lakewood accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Lakewood does not accept reservations.

What are the delivery hours for Panera Bread in Lakewood?

Delivery is available Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and on Sunday from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.