Panera Bread

4.0
873 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 Germantown is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
19965 Century Boulevard, Germantown, MD
20874, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
873 reviews
5 stars
432
4 stars
212
3 stars
89
2 stars
46
1 star
94

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness Issues

Multiple reviews highlighted significant cleanliness problems, including dirty tables, trash, and unsanitary bathrooms.

Service Quality

Customer service experiences varied widely, with some staff praised for their friendliness while others were criticized for being rude or inattentive.

Food Quality

Food quality was inconsistent, with several customers reporting stale or poorly prepared items, while others enjoyed their meals.

Management Concerns

There were complaints about management, including understaffing and poor handling of customer issues, leading to a negative dining experience.
  • DB
    D B
    5 days ago
    1.0
    I went all the way back to Panera after I was already home because they said that they would fix my sandwich the way I like it, with balsamic glaze… so I rushed over, grabbed my new sandwich and they still didn’t put the balsamic glaze on it. Now it’s 9:45pm, I haven’t had dinner, and Panera is closed. I was looking forward to eating my favorite sandwich, but the experience was disappointing. A bad ending to a long day.
  • JJ
    John Jacobs
    Jan 2, 2026
    1.0
    Seen the lead manager using the urinal with his apron on. As well as several employees disposing of trash in the back, with their aprons on. I've also seen employees casual picking their nose before toasting bread.
  • MN
    Martin Nugent
    Dec 30, 2025
    5.0
    Great, quick service from conscientious staff on my first visit. Will stop here again in the future.
  • BN
    Brad Neske
    Nov 16, 2025
    2.0
    I haven’t been to Panera Bread in quite some time. This location was extremely dirty and not well run. We arrived around 3pm so it was fairly empty but it looked like a bomb went off inside because it was so dirty. The cashiers took our orders and were friendly. The cooked prepared the food quickly but the sitting situation was bad. Our kids were walking around the empty restaurant trying to find a clean table. The 4 of us sat at a small 2 person table since that was the only cleanish spot. You needed a code to enter the bathroom which looked like they hadn’t been cleaned in days. They looked and smelled gross. Throughout our entire dining experience of 30+ minutes we never saw any attempt to clean tables or trash up. The food was decent but we will never go back to this location. Have a look at the photos. If these restaurants continue down this path they will lose their customers and close. So dirty and must have a problem with homelessness. Broken ice machine as well.
  • JH
    Jacob Hoffmann
    Oct 12, 2025
    2.0
    Average food quality for a Panera. Staff isn't exactly vibrant but you can't blame them, this location seems dead. It is also a complete mess, see photo. Food waste and trash all over the place and the food surfaces are not wiped down very often. Music is also turned down so you can hear everyone's conversation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Germantown accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Germantown does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread Germantown?

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