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Panera Bread Merrillville welcomes guests to our café with warm hospitality and quality ingredients. We serve a variety of menu favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—including fresh coffee, bakery items, salads, soups, and sandwiches—crafted to help you feel good about what you’re enjoying. Whether you’re dining in while enjoying complimentary Wi‑Fi, ordering online for Rapid Pick‑Up, enjoying delivery, or planning catering for a large group, Panera Bread Merrillville is here to make your day a little better. Food as it should be.
Explore offerings from Panera Bread on 303 East 81st Avenue in Merrillville, with popular sandwiches, soups & mac, salads, and pastries & sweets available at this location.
Smoked, pulled chicken raised without antibiotics, smoked Gouda, fresh avocado and cilantro, zesty sweet Peppadew™ peppers and chipotle sauce on Black Pepper Focaccia.
Smoked, pulled chicken, fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, red onions, fresh basil, chipotle aioli, salt and pepper on our Black Pepper Focaccia.
Black Forest ham, soppressata, provolone, romaine, red onion, sliced pepperoncini peppers, garlic aioli, and Greek dressing on our toasted French Baguette.
Melty fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped basil, crisp romaine & lettuce blend, sprinkled with salt and pepper, and balsamic vinaigrette and garlic aioli drizzle on our Ciabatta.
Oven-roasted turkey breast, applewood smoked bacon with aged white cheddar, crisp mixed greens, vine-ripened tomatoes, sprinkled with salt and pepper, and our Signature Bravo sauce drizzle on our Tomato Basil Miche.
Oven roasted turkey breast, aged white cheddar, crisp mixed greens, vine-ripened tomatoes, red onions, garlic aioli, salt and pepper on our Country Rustic Sourdough.
A rich chunky chili with beef, kidney beans, fire roasted tomatoes and green chili peppers, simmered in a broth flavored with a blend of chilis, and cilantro.
Tender pieces of white-meat chicken simmered in a rich, perfectly seasoned homestyle chicken bone broth with curly egg noodles, sliced carrots, celery and herbs.
Vine-ripened pear tomatoes pureed with fresh cream for a velvety smooth flavor accented by hints of red pepper and oregano and topped with black pepper and sea salt croutons.
Romaine and crisp mixed greens tossed in a sweet white balsamic vinaigrette, topped with grilled chicken, grape tomatoes, red onions, toasted pecan pieces, feta, and apple chips.
Romaine and crisp mixed greens tossed in Green Goddess dressing, topped with grilled chicken, grape tomatoes, and pickled red onions, fresh avocado, applewood smoked bacon and a hard-boiled egg.
Romaine tossed in ranch dressing, with grilled chicken and drizzled with chipotle aioli, topped with fresh avocado, grape tomatoes, roasted corn, fresh cilantro, and blue corn tortilla strips.
Romaine and crisp mixed greens tossed in Greek Dressing, topped with our whole grain blend, grilled chicken, hummus, feta, red onions, zesty sweet Peppadew peppers, sliced cucumbers, and a sprinkle of shawarma seasoning.
Romaine and crisp mixed greens tossed in Greek Dressing, topped with our whole grain blend, hummus, feta, red onions, zesty sweet Peppadew peppers, sliced cucumbers, and a sprinkle of shawarma seasoning.
Romaine tossed in Greek dressing, topped with grilled chicken, grape tomatoes, feta, sliced cucumbers, red onions, kalamata olives, sliced pepperoncini peppers, salt and pepper.
Romaine tossed in Greek dressing, topped with grape tomatoes, feta, sliced cucumbers, red onions, kalamata olives, sliced pepperoncini peppers, salt and pepper.
Romaine and crisp mixed greens tossed in ranch dressing, topped with grape tomatoes, pickled red onions, applewood smoked bacon, feta, and a hard-boiled egg.
A salty, chocolaty, caramel confection big enough to share. A large cookie with semi-sweet chocolate, milk chocolate, caramel pieces, pretzels and then topped with flake salt.
Soft and smooth with hints of citrus, roasted nut and chocolate. A blend of Central and South American beans. Light bodied with a bright sweetness. Freshly ground in cafes.
Subtle nutty tones with wonderful coffee flavor. Serves 10. Brewed fresh, so please allow additional 15 min./tote to prepare your order. 120 fl oz per tote.
Rich, bold and full-bodied, balanced with a smoky accent and sweet chocolate notes. Harvested from Central and South America. Serves 10. 120 fl oz per tote.
Carefully roasted from Arabica beans and freshly brewed. Brewed fresh, so please allow additional 15 min./tote to prepare your order. Serves 10. 120 fl oz per tote.
Smoked, pulled chicken, scrambled egg, white cheddar, zesty sweet Peppadew peppers, fresh avocado and cilantro, salt and pepper, and chipotle aioli on Ciabatta.
A meal to feed the whole family, including 4 half sandwiches, 1 whole salad, 1 group soup, 1 whole French baguette and 4 Chocolate Chipper Cookies. Serves 4-6.
A meal to feed the whole family, including 4 half sandwiches, 1 whole salad, 1 group soup, 1 whole French baguette and 4 Chocolate Chipper Cookies. Serves 4-6.
Explore offerings from Panera Bread on 303 East 81st Avenue in Merrillville, with popular we’re here to help when and where you need us. available at this location.
We deliver your Panera favorites right to your door with contactless delivery. Just tell us where to leave your meal in the “Delivery Instructions” box when placing your order.
Panera pizza is here! Unbox the new flatbread pizzas in three varieties: margherita, chipotle chicken & bacon, and cheese. Pick it up, have it delivered, or grab it through the drive through for lunch or dinner.
I stop at Panera to get my Mom a bowl of broccoli cheddar soup! That’s what I know she’ll eat.
Now my husband and I love their donuts cinnamon crunch bagel. He also loves the cinnamon roll. We have to get them warmed.
It takes a specialist to get the temperature perfect. When I say perfect, with the cinnamon roll, the icing is warm, melty, but still on the cinnamon roll, and when you take a bite, it’s nice and gooey! The cinnamon crunch bagel is the same, and this time I tried it with the honey maple walnut! It was delicious.
So thank you to the lady that served us! She was very nice, and she got a perfect 10 on our order! It was delicious. If you have tried the cinnamon bagel crunch, run! My husband likes the cinnamon roll! Don’t miss out!
MM
Maria Merz
4 days ago
5.0
We were taken care of by Omar. We asked food suggestions. He was very kind and helpful. I had a You Pick 2 as well as my husband. I had the Carnita Elote Bowl and Broccoli Cheddar Soup with a baguette. My husband had French Dipper and Tomato Soup with chips. The only thing was I didn’t realize the Carmita Elote came with arugula. I don’t like arugula and Omar told me next time I can choose romaine and another green (forgot which). Our meal was well worth the price.
10/11/2026 at 8:22:51 pm.
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Emily Tobias
Sep 30, 2026
1.0
Paid $15 for a bagel with cream cheese and one other item at the drive-thru. When I got the bagel, it didn’t already have cream cheese; I needed to apply it myself. The whole reason I went to Panera Bread was for the convenience. If I’d have known Panera Bread wasn't going to apply the cream cheese, then I would have gone to Meijer and bought a bagel myself. It would have taken less time, less money, AND it would’ve had more options, like onion bagels. Did Panera Bread expect me to apply the cream cheese while I’m driving? Why did my order take so long if they didn’t even apply the cream cheese?
CM
Cassie Morin
Sep 12, 2026
5.0
Originally my order was wrong in the drive through, it was a small mistake, but I came back and spoke with the manager and she totally made the situation better, took great care of me, and im not mad one bit. Thanks for the great problem solving, you guys rock lol thanks for the baguettes!!!!
NP
Nick Paris
Sep 8, 2026
5.0
Great service and friendly smiles when you walk in.
Was greeted within 15 seconds of entering and while there are order kiosks, a team member at the counter asked to make sure I had been able to order.
Does Panera Bread Merrillville accept reservations?
No, Panera Bread Merrillville does not accept reservations.
What are the opening hours for Panera Bread Merrillville?
Panera Bread Merrillville is open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Sundays.
Can I order Panera Bread Merrillville's food online for delivery or pickup?
Yes, you can order online for delivery or use Rapid Pick-Up to grab your order quickly from Panera Bread Merrillville.
Does Panera Bread Merrillville have a drive-thru service?
Yes, Panera Bread Merrillville offers drive-thru service for customer convenience.
What types of meals does Panera Bread Merrillville serve?
Panera Bread Merrillville serves breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner.
What payment methods are accepted at Panera Bread Merrillville?
Panera Bread Merrillville accepts American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
What kind of food specialties can I find at Panera Bread Merrillville?
Panera Bread Merrillville specializes in You Pick Two, Power Menu, hand-tossed salads, freshly-baked artisan and specialty breads, flatbread sandwiches, soup in a breadbowl, and vegetarian broth bowls.
Are there nearby places to shop after visiting Panera Bread Merrillville?
Yes, nearby shopping options include Plato's Closet, a thrift store and clothing store, and New Balance Merrillville, a shoe store, perfect for combining shopping with your meal visit.
What nearby restaurants can I visit for different food experiences around Panera Bread Merrillville?
Nearby you can find Poke-Man for poke and bubble tea, Qdoba Mexican Grill for fast Mexican food, Jelly Pancake House for breakfast and brunch, and House of Kobe for sushi and steakhouse dishes.
Are there any nearby wellness or beauty services close to Panera Bread Merrillville?
Yes, Sky Nail Spa offers nail and beauty services nearby, and Athletico Physical Therapy provides physical and occupational therapy services in the area.
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