Panera Bread

4.2
563 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 Wilmington is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1156 Military Cutoff Rd, Wilmington, NC
28405, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
563 reviews
5 stars
324
4 stars
118
3 stars
46
2 stars
36
1 star
39

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality, with some praising specific items like soups and salads, while others reported issues with freshness and portion sizes.

Service Issues

Numerous complaints about order accuracy, slow service, and unprofessional behavior from staff, particularly at the register.

Cleanliness

Concerns raised about cleanliness in the restaurant, including dirty tables and unsanitary drink dispensers.

Pricing Concerns

Customers noted rising prices and decreasing portion sizes, leading to perceptions of poor value.

Positive Staff Interactions

Several customers highlighted positive experiences with friendly and helpful staff members.
  • RF
    Richard Fox
    Nov 6, 2025
    2.0
    We are uncomfortable every time we go here in the late afternoon. There is always a school tutoring class going on . They don't have the courtesy to go off to the side they park right in the middle of the dining area. If I wanted to hear about asorted school subjects I would volunteer at a school. Panera needs to put them off to the side or turn off the wifi so the tutor will hold classes at her home.
  • FS
    Fran Schiller
    Oct 6, 2025
    2.0
    I haven’t eaten in a Panera since I left the Wilmington area, I decided to stop in , was shopping in Mayfaire. The restaurant and service was great, I ordered the steak dipper and I literally threw away most of the meat, it tasted old… The tomato soup was delish though!
  • KR
    Keith Requard
    Sep 6, 2025
    2.0
    Portion size keeps getting smaller and smaller. Prices are higher than in the past. Several menu items have been eliminated. Panera Bread used to stand out because it offered great food at reasonable values. Now it's just another so-so place.
  • AD
    Addy Dick
    Aug 21, 2025
    5.0
    Awesome place and great customer service. This guy named Bryce, I believe, was the best guy to order from. He had great patience and was really nice and helpful, the food was great and me and my boyfriend will definitely be back!
  • CM
    Carlos Mariscal
    Jul 17, 2025
    1.0
    I walked in and thank God I walked past the iced tea dispenser—it had gunk floating around in it. So I took a peek inside the iced coffee dispenser and it had floating gunk as well. DISGUSTING! I walked right back out without ordering anything

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Wilmington accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Wilmington does not accept reservations.

What are the opening hours for delivery at Panera Bread Wilmington?

Delivery is available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Sundays.