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Panera Bread

3.6
(585 reviews)

Business Details

5 White Street, Cambridge, MA
02140, United States
(617) 547-0816

About

CafeSalad ShopSandwich RestaurantBreakfast RestaurantSoup RestaurantTake Out RestaurantCoffee ShopBakeryRestaurant Delivery ServiceCatererPanera
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 Cambridge is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsNot available

Location

Panera Bread
5 White Street, Cambridge, MA
02140, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.6
585 reviews
5 stars
233
4 stars
148
3 stars
65
2 stars
38
1 star
101

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported rude and unprofessional behavior from staff, including dismissive attitudes and poor communication.

Food Quality

Several reviews highlighted issues with food quality, including incorrect orders, unsanitary conditions, and small portion sizes.

Cleanliness

Customers noted that the restaurant was not clean, with specific complaints about the bathrooms and overall hygiene.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt that the prices were too high for the portion sizes and quality of food offered.

Management Problems

Several reviews mentioned unprofessional behavior from management, including aggressive interactions with customers.
  • KW
    Karma Westbard
    Feb 17, 2026
    1.0
    my bf and i just ordered from this location on doordash and they 1) gave my bf a hard time when he went to pick up the food, 2) messed up my sandwich/salad combo and forgot one of the main ingredients in each one, and to make matters worse i now have food poisoning from eating the food. sad bc this place used to be nice and the food used to be almost worth the price but not anymore :(
  • MS
    Mario Santos
    Feb 3, 2026
    1.0
    Horrible service from the woman with tattoos on her arm. I couldn’t find her name. Terrible. I asked for the bathroom code, she turned her back and mumbled something — I couldn’t hear anything. She acts like she’s doing you a favor. It’s unbelievable that someone treats people this way. Zero rating.
  • MM
    Mary
    Jan 30, 2026
    2.0
    Cashier is slow and did not know what she is doing with gift card. Receipt printed is hardly readable. I asked her to change the ink. She said it is full!
  • GK
    Gennadiy Kolesnichenko
    Jan 17, 2026
    3.0
    I usually enjoy Panoramic Bread and order from here often, but this visit was frustrating. My to-go order was taken by someone else because employees don’t check receipts. By the time I realized it, my order was gone. As a result, I had to wait extra time for the order to be remade, which was especially inconvenient since I was on a short break from work. Mistakes happen, but there should be a basic verification process for takeout orders to prevent this. Hopefully this is something they can improve, because the food itself is usually good.
  • RW
    Rebecca W
    Jan 6, 2026
    1.0
    This Panera Bread location is terrible! They blocked the restroom and not let people use it during the business hours. The service people are very rude there and actively monitor customers who are not constantly eating. I have witnessed them kicking people out frequently because they finished their food and simply sat there reading. This behavior feels harassing and unwelcoming, especially compared to other Panera Bread locations that treat Sip Club members and other customers respectfully. I am a member in their unlimited sip club. One of the staff in this Porter Square location harassed me a few times and even threatened to call the police if I didn't leave in 30 minutes at one time because I was sitting there sipping my just ordered drink for more than 10 minutes and also used their microwave heating my breakfast. Her behavior was extreme and very hostile. I do not recommend this location with so much tension. If you value basic courtesy and a relaxed atmosphere to drink and eat, consider a different Panera.

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