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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 Cranston is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.
Numerous reviews highlighted consistently poor service, including rude staff, long wait times, and incorrect orders.
Food Quality
While some customers enjoyed the food, many reported issues with incorrect or poorly prepared meals, including stale bread and missing ingredients.
Cleanliness
Several customers noted that the restaurant was often dirty, with unclean tables and bathrooms.
Management Problems
Reviews indicated a lack of effective management, with complaints about understaffing and unprofessional behavior from management.
Drive-Thru Experience
The drive-thru was frequently criticized for long wait times and poor service, leading many customers to advise against using it.
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Alicia Connaughton
3 days ago
5.0
Quality food well prepared. It's a healthy meal and very nice sweets selection.
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Carlos Ruiz
Jan 5, 2026
5.0
Always a great opción to get a Nice and healthy meal, great to spend some time with Friends, voworkers or family o ecen ti grab a bite on the go, excellent and fast service
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Nicole A.
Dec 22, 2025
1.0
***Go to Seekonk, MA - the staff and manager are so nice there**. I visited on December 21, 2025 for the first time and asked for an extra Caesar dressing for my salad. A woman behind the counter in a green shirt, did not respond verbally, grimaced at me, and slid the dressing toward me in a very aggressive manner. The interaction was abrupt, unprovoked, and uncomfortable, leaving me confused as to whether I had done something wrong.
About an hour later, I could clearly hear the same employee who is a "manager" loudly yelling on the phone with a customer. She was yelling, “I don’t care—call corporate” and “Is that it? And? And? Are you done?" Immediately afterward, the "manager" returned back behind the open service window and began shouting about hating her job, not wanting to be a manager, and saying that she is only 20 years and this is too much. She also screamed that she does not care if corporate is contacted, and she isn't racist. This outburst was accompanied by visible agitation, including gesturing, and was clearly audible to multiple guests in the dining area waiting at the window and seated nearby. She is a liability.
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Isabel
Dec 13, 2025
3.0
My food was made quickly and it was hot and yummy! However I have to say something about the BIGGEST gap in the bathroom stall I have ever witnessed, I hope if you want to eat here you don’t drink anything because you will be on display.
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Yazmin Rodriguez
Dec 1, 2025
1.0
This is the first time feeling the need to write a review on a food restaurant. The dark girl at the counter gave us an attitude since the moment she drove up to the window. We didn't like our chai tea and instead of explaining to us how they make it she gave an attitude then let out a loud scream! So rude, so nasty .
Does Panera Bread in Cranston accept reservations?
No, Panera Bread in Cranston does not accept reservations.
What are the operating hours for Panera Bread Cranston?
Panera Bread Cranston is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
What types of meals does Panera Bread in Cranston serve?
They serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Does Panera Bread Cranston offer delivery and drive-thru services?
Yes, Panera Bread Cranston offers delivery services as well as a drive-thru.
Can I order food online from Panera Bread Cranston?
Yes, you can order online using their website or the Panera Bread app.
What payment methods are accepted at Panera Bread Cranston?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
What kind of food specialty items does Panera Bread in Cranston offer?
They offer specialties such as You Pick Two, Power Menu, Hand-Tossed Salads, Freshly-Baked Artisan and Specialty Breads, Flatbread Sandwiches, Soup In a Breadbowl, and Vegetarian Broth Bowls.
What nearby shopping and dining options are available near Panera Bread Cranston?
Near Panera Bread Cranston, you can visit Chapel View Lifestyle Center for more shopping and dining, as well as restaurants like Qdoba Mexican Grill, Boston Market, ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi, and Chapel Grille.
Are there health and medical services close to Panera Bread Cranston?
Yes, ClearChoice Dental Implant Center and Engy Hassan, DDS are nearby options for dental and medical care.
Where can I get beauty and hair services near Panera Bread Cranston?
There are several beauty and hair salons nearby including Drybar, The Cutting Room, Jaclynn Kate Hair and Makeup Artistry Salon, Hair By Abby, Suite Symmetry, Beauty Collective Salon Suites, East Side Skin Spa, and Supercuts.