Panera Bread

3.4
982 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 Charleston is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
2000 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC
29407, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.4
982 reviews
5 stars
387
4 stars
172
3 stars
120
2 stars
100
1 star
203

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness

Multiple customers reported that the restaurant was dirty, with unclean tables, floors, and bathrooms.

Service Quality

Many reviews highlighted poor customer service, including rude staff and long wait times for orders.

Food Quality

Customers expressed disappointment in food freshness and portion sizes, with several noting that items were missing or incorrectly prepared.

Management Issues

Several reviews indicated a lack of effective management, with calls for better leadership and staff training.

Positive Staff Interactions

Despite the negative feedback, some customers praised individual staff members for their friendliness and helpfulness.
  • NF
    Nicholas Frankel
    Nov 16, 2025
    5.0
    Its a good location, temperature is a little cold inside, temp might be controlled by corporate possibly.
  • CR
    Charleston Roofcare
    Nov 4, 2025
    5.0
    Ordered made simple👍
  • SS
    Stacey Strickland
    Oct 29, 2025
    3.0
    The background music is too loud. Makes it difficult to have a conversation over it. I meet regularly to discuss things. We may have move elsewhere to hear each other.
  • MR
    Marcia Rodgers
    Oct 6, 2025
    1.0
    I bought chicken salad half sandwich and Mac and cheese , 1/2 if sandwich was $9 and a joke had half of spoon of chicken salad , Mac and cheese $9 also , was almost empty the container, I felt I had someone’s left overs , absolutely horrible , for $20, I should had gone to Mac Donald’s , I’m in shock of how horrible and ridiculous those portions and food presentation was , I will never be coming back there
  • ZH
    Zahra Hajiaghamohseni
    Oct 5, 2025
    5.0
    Tariq, Kaiya, and Raheem are all amazing! They patiently all worked together to help get some Panera gift cards loaded. Super nice team!

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread Charleston?

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