Panera Bread

4.3
597 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 Louisville is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1801 Rudy Ln, Louisville, KY
40207, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
597 reviews
5 stars
357
4 stars
135
3 stars
60
2 stars
17
1 star
28

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality; some customers enjoyed fresh and delicious meals, while others reported stale or poorly prepared items.

Service Experience

Service quality varied; many praised friendly and helpful staff, while some noted rude interactions and slow service.

Cleanliness

Generally positive feedback on cleanliness, though some customers mentioned issues with restrooms and dining areas needing attention.

Pricing Concerns

Several customers expressed concerns about high prices relative to portion sizes and food quality.

Management Praise

Specific managers received commendations for their exceptional customer service and ability to handle difficult situations.
  • MR
    Morgan Robinson
    4 days ago
    5.0
    Great n Quick place to get food.Not busy, Order at kiosk, pay and wait 6 mins for food. Love broccoli cheddar soup and cookies and chicken noodle soup!
  • TL
    Tessa Long
    Nov 1, 2025
    5.0
    My go to coffee spot. I love that you can see every ingredient in every item on the app. This makes life a lot easier if you have food allergies and want to grab a bite
  • JL
    Joe Lepping
    Oct 18, 2025
    3.0
    Normally so reliable--imagine my disappointment when I was sold a stale, day-old cinnamon crisp bagel. You can do better
  • JF
    Janet Fleitz
    Oct 13, 2025
    4.0
    I have not been here in a long time but I have to say that the food was excellent
  • CP
    CATHLEEN PYREK
    Sep 25, 2025
    5.0
    I didn’t actually patronize this Panera on 9/25. I was there to diffuse a client who was having a mental breakdown and ended up inside this restaurant. But the client was in good hands with the Manager, Jo Smith. You would have thought Jo was a trained specialist. He truly helped calm things down and went above and beyond for someone who wasn’t even a customer. I imagine Jo is a great Manager to work for and I will be going back to this Panera in the future. Thanks so much!

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Louisville accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread does not accept reservations at this location.

What are the regular opening hours for Panera Bread in Louisville?

Panera Bread is open every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, except on Sundays when it opens at 7:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM.