Panera Bread

4.0
393 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 Washington is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
4501 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC
20016, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
393 reviews
5 stars
196
4 stars
97
3 stars
43
2 stars
17
1 star
40

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Customers reported a mix of experiences with staff, ranging from friendly and helpful to rude and dismissive.

Cleanliness

Multiple reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, including dirty tables, floors, and overall unsanitary conditions.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed the food, others criticized portion sizes and quality, particularly for the price.

Atmosphere

The location is popular among students, leading to a noisy environment that some customers found disruptive.

Management Issues

Several reviews mentioned poor management practices, including disrespectful treatment of customers and staff.
  • FA
    Farid ayobi
    Dec 12, 2025
    1.0
    So they have to be opened at 6 o’clock right now 6 :10 But they don’t want to open I don’t know what happened
  • SK
    Samantha KC
    Dec 11, 2025
    4.0
    Amazing staff and food at this Panera but it is absolutely overrun by obnoxious kids from the high school around the corner before and after school. They take all the seat - but none of them have purchased anything, just hanging out. And if you do manage to find a seat, it’s like being back in a school cafeteria with all the yelling, fighting and fooling around. This morning I was treated to a young lady doing her morning ablutions - she stripped down to a onesie leotard thing and then proceeded to lotion up her limbs and put on deodorant before putting on her school clothes. Not what I want to eat next to.
  • JV
    Julius Vasquez
    Dec 6, 2025
    4.0
    Classic local spot for Jackson-Reed High School and American University students. I have many memories at this place. Personally, the food isn't necessarily great for the price, at least the mac isn't. The main selling point of this is its location next to the metro and the good, clean, busy environment for hanging out or studying. I will say, though, the Kitchen Sink Cookie is very delicious.
  • NA
    Naylise Aviles
    Oct 6, 2025
    1.0
    Managers and workers are disrespectful to paying customers after school and during school, they kick kids out even if they payed, their rude when you do something wrong and the workers are just negative to paying customers, specifically the big lady and skinny dude
  • EE
    Ellie
    Oct 6, 2025
    1.0
    the managers are so disrespectful to PAYING customers. I order from here almost every day and they never fail to be rude. some kids get to eat inside but underprivileged kids are banished to the outside heat. Not cool, do better!!

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread at 4501 Wisconsin Avenue NW accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread at this location does not accept reservations.

What are the regular opening hours for Panera Bread in Washington, DC?

The cafe is open Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.