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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.
Customers reported inconsistent food quality, with some items served cold or poorly prepared, while others praised the taste and freshness.
Service Issues
Multiple reviews highlighted poor service experiences, including rude staff, incorrect orders, and long wait times.
Cleanliness
Several customers noted that the restaurant was dirty, particularly around the cash registers and dining areas.
Positive Staff Interactions
Despite some negative experiences, many customers praised specific staff members for their friendliness and helpfulness.
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Joanne Philpott
Feb 13, 2026
5.0
If your looking for an easy breakfast, brunch or lunch this is a good place to try. Their breads and bagels are excellent. They offer a good selection to choose from with a half soup, salad or sandwich option available.
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Brad Wilson
Feb 8, 2026
5.0
When 3 of 5 coffee urns ran out, employees replaced 2 of them immediately and the 3rd one in a few minutes.
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Jackie Basile
Feb 2, 2026
3.0
I ordered a breakfast Garden Avo & Egg white sandwich and I got half of it .
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tracy black
Jan 25, 2026
1.0
We keep trying to see if the food gets better, but it gets worse. We spent $74.00 on food that two of the salads had frozen chicken and two of the chicken sandwiches also had frozen chicken. The soup was lukewarm. The only thing that half way decent was the smoothie. Save your money and seek a better restaurant. We won’t be back
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Catherine L
Jan 21, 2026
5.0
Hardest Working Managers Ever! Corporate Office should reward their efforts. Very busy place; but Panera quality & experience maintained. Great opportunity for corporate to recognize and maybe use this location for future - regarding focus on lots of customers at peak time and aging population if local area (interstate traffic stop for lunch/dinner as well as planned community if Lakewood Ranch close by, and Sarasota community at large patronizing this area for stores and services. Again / thank you outstanding Managers, Ymani & Dinesh.