Panera Bread

3.7
605 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 Amherst is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsNot available

Location

Panera Bread
8000 Oak Point Drive, Amherst, OH
44001, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.7
605 reviews
5 stars
275
4 stars
127
3 stars
55
2 stars
45
1 star
103

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Customers frequently reported long wait times, incorrect orders, and unresponsive staff, leading to frustration.

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality; some enjoyed the soups and salads, while others complained about portion sizes and missing ingredients.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt the prices were too high for the quality and quantity of food received.

Cleanliness

While some noted the restaurant was clean, others pointed out dirty areas and poor maintenance.

Customer Service

Positive experiences with individual staff members contrasted with reports of rude or unhelpful management.
  • AE
    Adriaunna Evans
    Nov 9, 2025
    2.0
    Honestly pretty disappointed with this Panera. I ordered ahead on mobile, but still ended up waiting about 20 minutes in the drive-thru just to pick it up. When I finally got my food, everything was cold — even the soup. The BBQ chicken sandwich didn’t have any onions on it either, which kinda threw the whole flavor off. I usually like Panera, but this location just missed the mark today
  • MS
    Mo Reece Young Sr
    Nov 4, 2025
    5.0
    Drive thru pickup order. Can't really mess that up.
  • SB
    Sharen Bennington
    Oct 27, 2025
    2.0
    I ordered the Chipotle Chicken, egg, avocado this morning and I only had crumbs of chicken..probably not even a teaspoon. If they were out of chicken I would have ordered something else. Come on this isn't acceptable. I've ordered this sandwich before and always good....but I usually stop at the Elyria restaurant on my way to work.
  • NL
    Nicholas Losh
    Oct 23, 2025
    2.0
    Waited 30 minutes for a damn sandwich thats it. They were also out of some breads all the employees seemed lackadaisical and were in no hurry to do anything. Never again.
  • TB
    Tabitha Bott
    Oct 23, 2025
    5.0
    Peyton, who checked me out, was incredibly kind and patient. She was knowledgeable of the menu, professional, and friendly. Absolutely amazing customer service.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread in Amherst accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread in Amherst does not accept reservations.

What are the hours of operation for Panera Bread Amherst?

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