Panera Bread

4.0
738 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 Waterloo is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1818 LaPorte Road, Waterloo, IA
50702, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
738 reviews
5 stars
394
4 stars
154
3 stars
61
2 stars
37
1 star
92

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Speed

Numerous customers reported extremely slow service, particularly in the drive-thru, with waits often exceeding 20-40 minutes.

Food Quality

While many customers enjoyed the food, there were consistent complaints about the quality, including missing ingredients, cold items, and unsatisfactory portion sizes.

Cleanliness

Several reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, particularly in the bathrooms and dining areas, which detracted from the overall experience.

Staff Attitude

Customer experiences with staff varied, with some praising friendly service while others reported rudeness and lack of attention.
  • MH
    Mary Hickman
    Dec 27, 2025
    5.0
    No decaf espresso. That's strange.
  • DS
    Dontayvious Smith
    Dec 3, 2025
    5.0
    Yo that French dipper I had was bussing and that cookie I had with it was fire to, staff were chill to lowkey a nice restaurant
  • CB
    Charles Buggs
    Nov 27, 2025
    5.0
    I had a very hard day at work and decided to treat myself to some yummy Panera bread and did not disappoint, The young lady up front was super helpful and the staff were quick to bring up my order, Waterloo Panera Bread you are a success!
  • LB
    Larry Brandhorst
    Nov 27, 2025
    5.0
    Took my mom here for the Pick 2, soup & sandwich. We eat here often. Good food, fast and dependable. She had the chicken noodle soup with a grilled cheese sandwich. I had the black bean soup with the Chipotle Avocado chicken sandwich. Both were excellent!
  • CB
    Carrie Brown
    Nov 13, 2025
    5.0
    Love the Autumn Harvest soup and the bacon turkey bravo always hits the spot!!!!

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Waterloo accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Waterloo does not accept reservations.

What are the opening hours for Panera Bread Waterloo?

Panera Bread Waterloo is open Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.