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Panera Bread

4.0
(690 reviews)

Business Details

50 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY
12208, United States
(518) 443-0480

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

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
50 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY
12208, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
690 reviews
5 stars
354
4 stars
163
3 stars
67
2 stars
29
1 star
77

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported long wait times, incorrect orders, and poor management support during busy periods.

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality, with some praising specific items while others reported unsatisfactory or poorly prepared meals.

Staff Behavior

Several reviews highlighted unprofessional behavior from staff, including swearing and lack of attentiveness to customers.

Positive Experiences

Despite the issues, some customers praised individual staff members for exceptional service and expressed overall satisfaction with their meals.

Cleanliness Concerns

Multiple reviews mentioned unsanitary conditions, including dirty tables and poor hygiene practices among staff.
  • WC
    Winston Church
    Feb 17, 2026
    5.0
    Their Asiago Bagels are the best in the area for a chain, and I love that I can just grab my food and head back to the office.
  • AR
    Amanda Ryan
    Jan 21, 2026
    1.0
    Couldn’t even eat my food, had to RE ORDER and I shouldn’t have too! Drinks weren’t even in a holder, the bag tore and the dasher failed to say ANYTHING leaving me with soaking wet soda/tea overs food and soups spilled somewhere (not in the bag) and I’m being refused a refund. So here’s to more money to replace my food I shouldn’t have had to replace . I was left with an ENTIRE mess on my counter due to this. Unacceptable!
  • MR
    Michelle Reitman
    Jan 9, 2026
    3.0
    I ordered ahead to try to beat the lunch rush, but still had to wait more than 45 minutes for my food. The employees were working nonstop and were apologetic. I completely understood and it's not their fault if a lot of customers come in at once. They handled everything as best they could. But what was most disappointing was the lack of support from management. While orders piled up and there was only one employee bagging orders, I watched as the manager with dark hair and glasses stood off to the side doing temperature checks instead of helping. It was frustrating to see the manager do that while the situation played out in full view of many customers. As someone who’s worked in restaurants, I understand how important food safety is. But when your staff is drowning and patrons are lining up, leadership means you should be helping your team, not hiding behind tasks while everyone else takes the heat. This is exactly the kind of behavior that destroys morale and makes service worse for everyone. The employees deserve better and customers deserve better. Girl I ate my soup and left!
  • RD
    Robbin D
    Jan 2, 2026
    5.0
    Cheyanne went out of her way to help fix a situation - stunningly wonderful service.
  • CS
    Creatives Spotlight
    Nov 26, 2025
    5.0
    I love this location the food is always tasty and served with a smile. Honestly I come here for the people just as much as the food as there are more then a few panera's in the capital region five star service.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread does not accept reservations at this location.

What are the opening hours for Panera Bread Albany?

Panera Bread Albany is open Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

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