Panera Bread

4.2
630 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 Big Rapids is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1014 S State Street, Big Rapids, MI
49307, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
630 reviews
5 stars
382
4 stars
123
3 stars
57
2 stars
25
1 star
43

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers frequently mentioned issues with food quality, including small portions, bland flavors, and even finding foreign objects in their meals.

Pricing

Many reviews highlighted that the prices are considered high relative to the portion sizes and quality of food offered.

Service Issues

There were numerous complaints about rude staff, long wait times, and poor customer service experiences.

Positive Experiences

Despite the negative feedback, some customers praised the food, cleanliness, and friendly service at certain times.
  • GT
    Grateful Tedd
    Dec 11, 2025
    3.0
    Very overpriced for what you get. Weird cafeteria atmosphere. Comparable to a hospital.
  • AL
    Adria Leigh
    Nov 29, 2025
    1.0
    Can't really comment on service or atmosphere because I ordered through doordash, but I will not be making that mistake again and will never go in to this Panera location just because of the food I received. My asiago bagel tasted like someone just did its hair in Aquanet hairspray. This is a bagel my dude, not a Miss America pageant. I should not be feeling like I'm sitting behind an old lady in church when I try to bite into my bagel.
  • NA
    Nathan Alford
    Nov 18, 2025
    1.0
    They wouldn’t let me in the doors
  • GG
    George Guerin
    Nov 11, 2025
    4.0
    Nice lunch options
  • DD
    Dirk
    Oct 28, 2025
    5.0
    Lekker eten. Als je de Nederlandse keuken een beetje mist is dit een prima toevlucht. Het eten is gezond en gevarieerd. De broodjes zijn smaakvol en de salade is heerlijk

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Big Rapids accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Big Rapids does not accept reservations.

What are the regular operating hours for Panera Bread in Big Rapids?

Panera Bread Big Rapids is open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday and from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sundays.