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Panera Bread

4.1
(730 reviews)

Business Details

4395 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA
19606, United States
(610) 779-6226

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

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
4395 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA
19606, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
730 reviews
5 stars
416
4 stars
146
3 stars
70
2 stars
25
1 star
73

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

While many customers enjoyed the food, there were consistent complaints about portion sizes being small and items missing from orders.

Service Issues

Numerous reviews highlighted slow service, rude employees, and frequent mistakes with orders, particularly in the drive-thru.

Cleanliness

Several customers noted that the restaurant often appeared dirty, with unclean tables and floors.

Pricing Concerns

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

Staff Attitude

There were mixed reviews about staff friendliness, with some praising the helpfulness while others reported rudeness and lack of attention.
  • BA
    Brian Adams
    Feb 8, 2026
    1.0
    Worst Panera experience, ever.. Went in for dinner at 6:30 and they were out of all breads, and bagels except an everything bagel and a sun-dried tomatoe bread. Didn’t even have banquets for your soup. They blamed it on being Super Bowl Sunday…. That crowds rushed for all their goods early in the day 🤣🤣🤣🤣 The guy working the register; acted confused on my friend and I ordering a plain turkey and cheese sandwhich and a plain ham and cheese. We ended up paying 15.80 for a half of a sandwhich, an a small cup of soup and a small drink. The container that housed all the pepper packets. Someone poured lemonade in it so I wasn’t able to access pepper for my soup and when I brought it to their attention, they stood they confused, wondering how it happened and didn’t even get more pepper but even more confusing thing is on the bill. It doesn’t say choose two . . I was charged $5.90 for a half a sandwich and $5.40 for a small cup of soup and then $3.50 for a small drink.
  • ES
    Elizabeth Stark
    Jan 30, 2026
    1.0
    I used to like it here. I have found hair in my food twice now on two separate occasions. I will not be returning
  • TI
    Thom Inglin
    Jan 17, 2026
    3.0
    Went for a latte but their espresso was not available. So I got a cup of dark roast coffee and it was lukewarm and old.
  • EA
    Elizabeth Aragon
    Jan 13, 2026
    2.0
    I usually don’t leave reviews, but this experience really disappointed me. As soon as I sat down to wait for my order, I overheard two employees talking about it. One of them said, “They ordered it late so they aren’t going to get everything, don’t worry about it,” (Ordered 30 minutes before closing) and another employee joked, “Um, what are olives?” Sure enough, my order was missing items I paid for. The olives were left out, and both salads were missing their dressing entirely. This was especially frustrating considering I also left a tip. I understand that things can get busy, but overhearing staff openly dismissing an order and then receiving incomplete food doesn’t feel acceptable or respectful. I expect better communication and care, especially when customers are paying full price and tipping
  • BW
    Bryson Weber
    Dec 31, 2025
    3.0
    Good food, good service, but the tables and floors seem to always need cleaned, I understand if it’s really busy but the restaurant was empty when we came in and the booths needed wiped down and there was trash on the floor. I have come here multiple times and it it’s often like this. Other than that it’s a great place to eat.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Reading accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Reading does not accept reservations.

What types of meals does Panera Bread Reading serve?

Panera Bread Reading serves breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner.

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