Panera Bread

4.2
685 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 Freehold is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • DebitAvailable

Location

Panera Bread
531 Soloman Way, Freehold, NJ
07728, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
685 reviews
5 stars
388
4 stars
154
3 stars
65
2 stars
31
1 star
47

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

While many customers praised the food for being delicious and fresh, there were complaints about inconsistent quality, including issues with specific items and portion sizes.

Cleanliness

Several reviews highlighted significant cleanliness issues, particularly in the bathrooms and dining areas, with some customers expressing shock at the conditions.

Customer Service

The staff received numerous compliments for being friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing to a positive dining experience for many customers.

Order Accuracy

There were multiple reports of incorrect orders, particularly regarding special requests, leading to dissatisfaction among some customers.

Atmosphere

The ambiance was generally appreciated, with many customers enjoying the cozy environment, although some noted issues with loud music affecting their experience.
  • EI
    Eugene Marshall The III
    Nov 16, 2025
    1.0
    The food at this Panera Bread is okay, and while the wait times are usually longer than they should be, that’s not the main issue. The real reason I’m leaving this review is because of the condition of the bathrooms. For a food establishment, the restrooms are shockingly unclean. I honestly don’t know how they passed a health inspection. The toilets look like they haven’t been properly cleaned in a very long time, and the baby changing station in the women’s bathroom has visible mold on it. That’s not just unpleasant—it’s unsafe. How is anyone supposed to place an infant on that? It’s disappointing and unacceptable. Panera Bread needs to take this seriously and make immediate improvements.
  • SN
    Steve Nagy
    Nov 10, 2025
    5.0
    Always pleasant there. It's busy but quiet. The employees are always nice, work hard, and quick to get your order filled!
  • DT
    douglas Topal
    Nov 8, 2025
    1.0
    Gross salty hospital food
  • LT
    Liz Torres
    Sep 19, 2025
    3.0
    Went in on 9/18 and ordered a brócoli and cheese soup and a home style chicken noodle soup . Waited way longer than I needed to for two soups and watched several people get called . Finally I got my order checked the bag saw the broccoli and cheese and the other soup under it so I know I had the soups . Got all the way home to find the second soup wasn’t chicken noodle but some thick gray rice concoction . Moral of the story is always check your order even when it’s literally just a ladle of soup. Panera do better that was very disappointing and now I’m starting to wonder if you ran out of the chicken noodle and substituted that grey mess. Lost confidence !
  • JJ
    Joelou
    Sep 6, 2025
    4.0
    I love going to Panera,however when I went to bathroom it was very old and filthy. Paint looked years old, definitely needs an upgrade( tile bathroom easy to clean and appealing) to match rest of a great place to eat.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Freehold accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread at 531 Soloman Way in Freehold does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread Freehold?

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