Panera Bread

4.0
640 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 Durham is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
3301 Watkins Rd, Durham, NC
27707, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
640 reviews
5 stars
337
4 stars
131
3 stars
65
2 stars
41
1 star
66

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness

Multiple reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, including dirty bathrooms and messy dining areas.

Food Quality

Customers expressed disappointment in food quality, with reports of poorly prepared meals and inconsistent portion sizes.

Customer Service

Service experiences varied, with some customers praising friendly staff while others reported rude behavior and poor management responses.

Atmosphere

The new location's atmosphere received mixed reviews, with some finding it uninviting and uncomfortable compared to previous locations.

Order Accuracy

Several customers noted frequent mistakes with their orders, leading to dissatisfaction with the overall experience.
  • MA
    Mike Airways
    3 days ago
    1.0
    Foods terrible, prices are high. I only went here cause i had a gift card. I would never spend my money at this place.
  • IJ
    Ivonne Jones
    Nov 3, 2025
    5.0
    The steak sandwich was delicious and the cashier was so polite and patient.
  • DJ
    Dan Jahn
    Oct 27, 2025
    3.0
    I got the cinnamon crunch bagel... It's not what it used to be - it was very puffy with a glaze of sugar on top. Really not very good.
  • CD
    Catherine Davis
    Oct 1, 2025
    2.0
    My biggest pet peeve was the lack of cleanliness. Youre a food establishment. Act like it. The bathrooms were gross and I had to wash a table before we could eat off it. Food was ok. I think $10+ for a half bowl of mac and cheese is nuts.
  • WP
    William Payne
    Sep 29, 2025
    5.0
    Had Southwest Chicken salad which was really good. The staff was very nice and acc

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Durhan accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Durham does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread Durham?

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