Panera Bread

3.7
385 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 Akron is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
55 Springside Drive, Akron, OH
44333, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.7
385 reviews
5 stars
166
4 stars
91
3 stars
48
2 stars
23
1 star
57

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Customers frequently reported slow service, long wait times, and incorrect orders, leading to frustration.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed the food, many expressed dissatisfaction with cold or poorly prepared items, as well as missing ingredients.

Staff Performance

Mixed reviews on staff performance; some praised individual employees for their helpfulness, while others criticized management and overall staff efficiency.

Cleanliness

Several reviews noted cleanliness issues, particularly with dirty tables and restrooms, impacting the dining experience.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt the prices were high relative to the quality of food and service received.
  • JC
    JAIME CLEVENGER
    Nov 4, 2025
    4.0
    Cookie was too crispy. Sandwich was great. Nice and soft bread. Tea was great also. Miss the days where you would get a thank you or welcome.
  • AM
    Aaron michael
    Nov 2, 2025
    1.0
    30 min wait for soup... boo
  • DS
    Deborah Stevens
    Oct 26, 2025
    2.0
    Just went to the drive through for a bagel it tasted burnt and they only had plain cream cheese or honey walnut available.
  • DC
    Don Carter
    Oct 20, 2025
    5.0
    these days, talking to a manager doesn't really do much. at least at most places it doesn't but the manager here went above and beyond to fix an issue. the forgot half our order and we didn't realize it til we got home. they offered to make the sandwich we paid for and didn't get but it was more nuanced than that. it's a 26 min drive each way so all the food got cold in the process of returning to get what was missing. the manager understood that, was so helpful and apologetic and remade the whole order (minus the cookie cuz we kept that) these days managers act like the food comes out of their check and acts like they're doing us a favor for giving us what we paid for (cough cough, McDonald's) so this was a refreshing experience and I felt validated and taken care of. *EDITED TO ADD* i didnt notice, he gave me and my girlfriend each a cookie. thanks man!
  • RB
    Rachel Barnes
    Sep 14, 2025
    1.0
    Ordered a full Italian salad to go. Got home, and not 1 piece of meat. Chickpeas, lettuce and cheese.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

What type of food does Panera Bread in Akron focus on?

Panera Bread in Akron focuses on quality, clean ingredients with a menu of soups, salads, and sandwiches crafted to be healthy and family-friendly.

What are the opening hours for Panera Bread Akron?

Panera Bread Akron is open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM, and on Sunday from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.