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Panera Bread

3.8
(629 reviews)

Business Details

1333 Centennial Ave, Piscataway, NJ
08854, United States
(732) 981-8221

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 Piscataway is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
1333 Centennial Ave, Piscataway, NJ
08854, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.8
629 reviews
5 stars
293
4 stars
141
3 stars
56
2 stars
36
1 star
103

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness Issues

Multiple reviews highlighted significant cleanliness problems, including dirty tables and restrooms, contributing to an unwelcoming atmosphere.

Inconsistent Food Quality

Customers reported frequent issues with food quality, including missing ingredients, poorly prepared items, and small portion sizes.

Service Concerns

There were numerous complaints about slow service, order inaccuracies, and unprofessional behavior from staff, particularly management.

Positive Staff Interactions

Despite the issues, some customers praised specific staff members for their friendly and helpful service, indicating that there are positive experiences to be had.
  • JJ
    JC
    Jan 26, 2026
    1.0
    Avoid if you ever see this employee!!
  • IW
    imani walker
    Jan 12, 2026
    2.0
    I used to love coming to this location because how cozy it felt but the restaurant area is completely unkept. Tables, seats, carpet, completely dirty, sticky, crummy, just unacceptable. I took it upon myself to clean my area so I can have a comfortable visit. When I wiped the top of the seat the amount of dust that came up only proved my theory that the dinning room hasn’t been cleaned in weeks. Besides the cleanliness the service always good here.
  • JB
    Johanna Badenhop
    Dec 9, 2025
    1.0
    Very disappointed with the bagel orders this morning. Oddly shaped asiago bagels which looked more like a muffin top! The other bagels are so thin, puck looking not worthy of being called a bagel.
  • SS
    Suganthi Suganthi
    Nov 29, 2025
    5.0
    Always addicted to this location. Very friendly and comfy.
  • EM
    eric miller
    Nov 3, 2025
    1.0
    My most recent visit to this Panera Bread location was deeply disappointing and has ensured I will not be returning. The overall cleanliness of the establishment was severely lacking, creating an environment that felt anything but welcoming. The most glaring issue was the state of the restroom, which was unclean and poorly maintained. Furthermore, I witnessed a practice with the coffee that was outright unhygienic; instead of properly cleaning the coffee pots, staff were simply pouring water into them to refill. This is a nasty shortcut that completely compromises the quality and safety of their beverages. I strongly advise anyone visiting to avoid the coffee entirely. Beyond the clear sanitation issues, the unprofessional conduct of a specific manager, an Indian woman with notable red lipstick, created an uncomfortable and frankly discriminatory atmosphere. Her behavior was shocking, as she openly displayed favoritism towards customers of her own ethnicity. She would engage in lengthy, friendly conversations in a different language with them while providing curt, impersonal service to everyone else. This created a clear "in-group" and "out-group" dynamic that is completely unacceptable for a business that serves the public. The combination of the filthy environment and the manager's blatant favoritism and unprofessionalism makes this Panera Bread a place to avoid. The experience felt disrespectful on multiple levels. My final advice is to seriously consider going elsewhere. If you must go, get your food and get out as quickly as possible. Do not linger, and under no circumstances should you order any coffee, as the practices behind the counter are not what you would expect from a reputable chain. This location has serious issues that management seems unwilling to address.

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