Panera Bread

4.0
474 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 Bristol is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1214 Farmington Avenue, Bristol, CT
06010, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
474 reviews
5 stars
234
4 stars
115
3 stars
55
2 stars
26
1 star
44

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Ingredient Availability

Customers frequently reported that the restaurant was out of key ingredients, leading to incomplete orders and dissatisfaction.

Service Speed

Many reviews highlighted slow service, with customers experiencing long wait times for their orders.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed the food, there were numerous complaints about poor quality, including rotten ingredients and incorrect orders.

Cleanliness

Several reviews mentioned dirty tables and a lack of cleanliness in the restaurant, impacting the overall dining experience.

Customer Service

There were mixed reviews on customer service, with some praising individual staff members while others reported rude or unhelpful behavior.
  • MD
    Matthew Durant
    Nov 5, 2025
    3.0
    Average.
  • MM
    MonadKing
    Nov 5, 2025
    3.0
    The prices are too high for a simple sandwich.
  • RO
    Ro Owl
    Oct 29, 2025
    3.0
    No way to know pick up is in both the back and the front depending on the variety of things you purchase. I left the store thinking everything was in the bag from the back pickup area and it was not complete.
  • AA
    allie
    Oct 22, 2025
    1.0
    i loveeee panera but i went today and there was plastic in my soup .. 🫣
  • TB
    Toni Bussiere
    Oct 10, 2025
    4.0
    Chicken Ceasars Salad Was Good

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Bristol accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Bristol does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for in-store dining and delivery at Panera Bread Bristol?

The store is open from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sunday, with matching delivery hours.