Panera Bread

3.7
592 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 Sarasota is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
6589 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
34231, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.7
592 reviews
5 stars
285
4 stars
103
3 stars
60
2 stars
41
1 star
103

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported poor service, including incorrect orders, long wait times, and unhelpful staff.

Food Quality

Many reviews indicated a decline in food quality, with complaints about tasteless or poorly prepared items.

Cleanliness

Several customers noted that the restaurant was dirty, with unclean tables and floors, impacting their dining experience.

Management Concerns

Feedback highlighted issues with management, including unprofessional behavior and lack of effective staff training.

Positive Staff Interactions

Despite the negative feedback, some customers praised individual staff members for their friendliness and helpfulness.
  • LK
    Larry Kaplan
    Nov 15, 2025
    2.0
    Absolutely question how often floor is moped, backs of booths are not sanitary— horrible — month 3 and place should be tagged by Health Department
  • DS
    David Simmons
    Nov 2, 2025
    5.0
    Half Chicken Salad Sandwich with Half Walnut Chicken Salad and onion and cherry tomatoes and vinegarette dressing with goat cheese sprinkles....Well Done 👍
  • MS
    Middle Sister
    Oct 25, 2025
    1.0
    Will never order takeout again!!! Salad, a "whole" was very small, side of baguette was rubbery. Very disappointing ☹️
  • TS
    Truth Seeker
    Oct 21, 2025
    3.0
    During my last visit, the cashier was a bit brash, but she was extremely efficient, which was a definite plus for this Panera location. The food was as expected, except for the black bean soup. I had never tried the black bean soup and was quite excited that they had it on the menu. The soup was thick and should’ve been tasty, but all I could taste was the over abundance of sodium. I ended up throwing it away because it was just too overwhelmingly salty. Hope they can work on the cleanliness as well and I don’t understand how around dinner time, they always seem to be out of many of their offerings, which is quite annoying.
  • CG
    Cem Güler
    Aug 30, 2025
    5.0
    Really good ice teas in here

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread at 6589 South Tamiami Trail accept reservations?

No, this Panera Bread location does not accept reservations.

What meals are served at Panera Bread in Sarasota, FL?

Panera Bread serves breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner.