Panera Bread

4.2
730 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 Alton is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1837 Homer Adams Parkway, Alton, IL
62002, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
730 reviews
5 stars
407
4 stars
161
3 stars
79
2 stars
42
1 star
41

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers noted a decline in food quality and options over time, with some expressing disappointment in specific menu items.

Service Issues

Several reviews highlighted inconsistent service, including slow wait times and incorrect orders, leading to customer dissatisfaction.

Cleanliness

The restaurant is generally reported as clean, although some customers mentioned dirty tables and unsanitary conditions at times.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt that the prices were high for the portion sizes and quality of food, leading to mixed feelings about value.

Positive Staff Interactions

Despite some service issues, many customers praised the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
  • AB
    Aaron (BlackOpsEnt)
    Dec 18, 2025
    4.0
    Always good. imho, their egg/cheese sausage croissant is better than that of Burger King, my old favorite.
  • AF
    Andrew Frey
    Dec 11, 2025
    5.0
    Service and Food were great!
  • EK
    Erik Kambarian
    Nov 11, 2025
    3.0
    The quality and options have decreased over the past couple years. STL "Bread Co." needs to wake up and go back to their roots.
  • JV
    judi VanderMark
    Nov 4, 2025
    3.0
    I go to Panera frequently. I went there the other day and placed my order...Autumn Squash soup as part of a you pick two and I had earned free sandwich so I ordered the Beef dipper for the first time. I had 1/2 of the sandwich and saved my Cobb salad to eat the next day which i often do and when i opened the dressing it was not Green Goddess; I did not know what kind of dressing it was so I called there to tell them about my experience. At first the manager told me that it was Green Goddess though since i have gotten that salad for years beginning at a Panera in Wildwood, I know what Green goddess dressing looks like. i told them and described what i had received... well, I ended up not eating the salad and believe that was very poor customer service...I paid good money for my order and they labeled it with their green double-checked your order label and yet it was not correct. I did not receive what I paid for and I just think it would have made better business sense to give me a coupon for something of the same value.
  • CP
    Carol Parizon
    Oct 31, 2025
    5.0
    Always enjoy going for a bowl of soup & a half sandwich on a chilly day. Staff is friendly & it's very clean

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Alton accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Alton does not accept reservations.

What kind of food and environment can I expect at Panera Bread in Alton?

Panera Bread focuses on quality, clean ingredients served in a warm and welcoming environment, offering soups, salads, and sandwiches.