Panera Bread

4.0
805 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 McHenry is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1850 North Richmond Rd, McHenry, IL
60051, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
805 reviews
5 stars
429
4 stars
157
3 stars
86
2 stars
42
1 star
91

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

While many customers praised the food, some reported issues with cold or poorly made items, and a decline in quality since the location's move.

Service Speed

Numerous reviews highlighted long wait times, particularly in the drive-thru, with some customers experiencing delays of over 30 minutes.

Atmosphere

The new location's atmosphere received mixed reviews; some found it bright and open but lacking the cozy feel of the previous site.

Staff Performance

Customer service experiences varied, with some praising friendly staff while others reported rude behavior and poor management.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt that the prices were too high for the portion sizes and quality of food received.
  • GM
    Gary Morley
    Dec 22, 2025
    5.0
    You can always count on Panera for quality food .
  • SN
    Steph N
    Dec 21, 2025
    3.0
    I don’t recommend dining in. They prioritize drive thru orders so you’ll be waiting at least 20 mins for a cup of soup and a half salad. Also, it’s 4pm and the lobby looks like the tables haven’t been cleaned all day. I had to wipe one down myself so I had somewhere to eat. Soup was cold. Not even warm.
  • MM
    Megan Miller
    Dec 16, 2025
    5.0
    Just got out of the hospital and needed chicken noodle soup. The woman in the drive through was so nice and patient with me. I had never been through their drive through and needed help ordering the soup with the bread bowl. It was such a comforting soup was still perfectly hot when I got it home (10 minute drive).
  • LL
    Lexi
    Nov 29, 2025
    5.0
    The asiago sausage, egg and cheese breakfast sandwich is so delicious. I think it’s the best breakfast sandwich on the market. It’s actually worth the $8 which I would typically never say but it is! Staff is always very kind and they work efficiently.
  • MF
    Magdalena F
    Nov 17, 2025
    5.0
    8Nov2025 Updated Uber Eat delivery Review.Absolutely fantastic sandwich and onion soup. Ok presentation. "creme brulee latte" missing the sprinkled crystallized sugar topping as well as the whipped cream & salted caramel sugar.( probably melted) Highly recommend for Uber Eats delivery. ---Old Review--- Atmosphere was insulting, From a short hispanic women who continued ignoring me and cackling at the drive-thru when I gave her my name. However the name was inputted into the system, Whether it was was my last name or middle name it's not my problem. This is the first time I tipped 20% before the service was rendered. NEVER AGAIN! Customers are not your punching bags for your, inappropriate, violent, aggressive behavior. I ended up a walking into the location where Helen retrieve the order from the tiny hispanic woman who was unprofessionally shoving her mouth with food sticking out of it, getting her crums all over the floor while muttering incoherent words to Helen. For now, you are rated appropriately at three 3 Stars 🌟 I will be speaking to the manager about this order 6051715936169992 25Jun2025 3:58p *Old 5 star Review Chicken bacon ranch sandwich, Squash soup seasonal, to blueberry muffins, hibiscus tea. Free delivery promotion, perfect.. Highly recommend

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread McHenry accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread McHenry does not accept reservations.

What are the opening hours for Panera Bread McHenry?

Panera Bread McHenry is open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday to Thursday and Sunday, and from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.