Panera Bread

4.0
734 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
734 reviews
5 stars
390
4 stars
153
3 stars
61
2 stars
37
1 star
93

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers generally enjoyed the food, highlighting items like salads and soups, but there were complaints about portion sizes and freshness.

Service Speed

Many reviews noted slow service, particularly in the drive-thru, with long wait times reported frequently.

Cleanliness

Several customers expressed concerns about cleanliness, particularly in the bathrooms and dining areas.

Order Accuracy

There were multiple complaints about incorrect orders and missing items, leading to customer dissatisfaction.

Staff Attitude

While some reviews praised the staff for being friendly and helpful, others reported rude or inattentive service.
  • CB
    Carrie Brown
    Nov 13, 2025
    5.0
    Love the Autumn Harvest soup and the bacon turkey bravo always hits the spot!!!!
  • CM
    Carter Moses
    Oct 7, 2025
    5.0
    Good stuff here
  • SR
    Sophia B Reyes
    Sep 13, 2025
    5.0
    The food was really good and it was a little wait but it was so worth it!
  • KK
    Kevin
    Sep 7, 2025
    3.0
    Bathroom needs attention. Salad seems a little short on lettuce and blt bacon not built on the bread, it’s just lumped on and not spread out. Very tasty though. Eating outside and a beautiful day!
  • RJ
    Ronald Collins Jr
    Sep 5, 2025
    1.0
    If I could give it a negative… I would. Eat at home. I would rather hit a deer on the highway and eat it raw. The service was suspect , the food was unusual and I have gotten a few degrees dumber from talking to the young lady at the drive thru. God help us all. God bless America

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.