Panera Bread

4.1
1048 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 Oak Ridge is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
471 South Illinois Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN
37830, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
1,048 reviews
5 stars
565
4 stars
267
3 stars
91
2 stars
52
1 star
73

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers generally praised the food for being delicious and fresh, particularly the broccoli cheddar soup and various sandwiches.

Service Issues

Several reviews highlighted inconsistent service, with complaints about slow service, wrong orders, and unhelpful staff.

Cleanliness

There were mixed reviews regarding cleanliness, with some customers noting dirty tables and floors, while others appreciated the overall cleanliness of the restaurant.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt that the prices were high relative to portion sizes, with some expressing disappointment over shrinking portions.

Positive Staff Interactions

Despite some negative experiences, several customers mentioned friendly and helpful staff, particularly highlighting individual employees for their excellent service.
  • GH
    Greg Homer
    5 days ago
    4.0
    Sandwich was very good...chili, not so much. I urge Panera Bread to change the recipe...
  • SH
    Sabrina Harshman
    Nov 15, 2025
    2.0
    the blonde girl working 11/14 at 7pm was so rude to me. I didn't know where my order was immediately so I went to the counter closest to the register to ask since I thought that's where I heard it which is my bad since I've never been to this location before. but instead of redirecting me or helping me, the girls behind the counter just stared at me and gave me the meanest look like you'd think I was the stupidest person on earth. The person who helped me only said "oh they're just kids" but they're hiring rude people? Functioning conscious people with a brain don't know? it took just seconds to find the order so I definitely didn't ruin anyone's day. all I did was ask where something was :(
  • JJ
    Josephine
    Nov 8, 2025
    5.0
    The food was amazing and the service was outstanding. Very kind and timely, will be coming back for sure
  • IG
    Ivann Garc
    Nov 7, 2025
    5.0
    Never disappoints!
  • JM
    Jill Mathews
    Oct 21, 2025
    5.0
    Always good. Broccoli cheddar is the best

Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Oak Ridge accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Oak Ridge does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours of Panera Bread Oak Ridge?

Panera Bread Oak Ridge is open daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.