Panera Bread

4.1
1434 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 Merrillville is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
303 East 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN
46410, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
1,434 reviews
5 stars
765
4 stars
347
3 stars
129
2 stars
71
1 star
122

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Customer service experiences varied, with some praising friendly staff while others reported rude or inattentive service.

Food Quality

Food quality received mixed reviews; while some enjoyed the meals, others complained about cold or poorly prepared items.

Cleanliness

Several customers noted cleanliness issues, particularly in dining areas and bathrooms, impacting their overall experience.

Order Accuracy

Multiple reviews highlighted problems with order accuracy, including missing items and incorrect orders.

Speed of Service

Customers frequently mentioned slow service, especially during busy times, affecting their overall satisfaction.
  • JB
    John Behrens
    3 days ago
    1.0
    Slow service and incomplete order. Simple take out order for a bagel and Pecan Braid. There weren't 10 people in the store and it took 15 minutes. When I opened the bag after leaving... no Pecan Braid. Called the store and no answer. This is a location to avoid for sure.
  • SH
    Sabrina Hernandez
    5 days ago
    2.0
    We’ve come here two nights in a row, both times around 5:30/6. Both times they been out of bread and she told me because it was during closing hours….they close at 10. Didn’t know 4 hours before closing was considered during closing hours.
  • CJ
    Cris Jackson
    Dec 23, 2025
    5.0
    12-23-25 exceptional experience. Everything was as I specified and staff was busy doing a good job during my visit. Thanks y'all God bless
  • KA
    Kamera Abram
    Nov 10, 2025
    2.0
    I usually never have a rough time with panera but I called about a order i placed over 1 1:2 hours ago and I felt rushed off the phone or as if they felt the need to not be bothered with me.
  • YD
    Yessica D
    Oct 13, 2025
    5.0
    I love it

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Merrillville accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Merrillville does not accept reservations.

What are the opening hours for Panera Bread Merrillville?

Panera Bread Merrillville is open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Sundays.