Panera Bread

Reviews

• JR

  Jan Riveràs

  Apr 22, 2026
  5.0
  I visited Panera Bread yesterday and had an exceptional experience. I don’t typically write reviews, but this visit truly stood out and felt worth sharing. It was my first time there, and I will definitely be returning. From the moment I walked in, I was warmly welcomed by a manager: a shorter woman with a great smile, which immediately set a positive tone. The cashier, a young woman with freckles, was also very friendly. She asked about my day, and we had a nice conversation while she helped me choose from the menu. I ordered a Strawberry Basil drink and the corn chowder soup as a bowl, and both were delicious. My younger daughter had a kids’ meal with mac and cheese, which she loved, she even crushed her chips into it and thought it made it even better. What really stood out to me was the kindness and patience of the staff. I paid with a handful of pennies (about 50 cents), and the cashier handled it with genuine politeness and no sign of frustration. That level of courtesy made a strong impression. I also appreciated the cleanliness of the restaurant. Sometimes dine-in places can have dishes that aren’t fully clean, but everything here was spotless. The staff in the kitchen were all smiling and appeared very happy and like they get along. Overall, it was a wonderful experience for both me and my daughter. I’m looking forward to coming back again soon.
• JW

  Jerry Wang

  Apr 11, 2026
  5.0
  Great place to eat! We love this Panera store and come every week. The staffs are nice and food is fresh. I don't know why other people gave low star ratings. I highly recommend this place.
• NL

  Narcisa Linares

  Apr 9, 2026
  5.0
  When I arrived, I was welcomed with a smile by such lovely staff. They took my order quickly, and I really appreciated being able to enjoy my meal in a peaceful, clean environment. The salad was delicious, and the fresh bread was a perfect touch! I’m so glad we now have a Panera Bread in Bonney Lake.
• GE

  Glen Evans

  Apr 7, 2026
  4.0
  They gave us samples to try- the new Streak Stuffer ( a hollowed out hoagie bun with steak and salad) and their new Southwest Salad. Both were thumbs up from us. Great staff. Good good.
• RK

  Rian Kelly

  Apr 2, 2026
  3.0
  Weirdest and most frustrating experience at a Panera. Drove thru - no pickup order, just a regular order. Asked for a BOWL of Mac. Then was asked “what size bowl?” Which means nothing- there is CUP, BOWL AND BREAD BOWL. again I said “I just want a bow- not a cup”. Then as I’m the only person in drive thru I have to give my name?? Why?? I don’t want to. What’s your name?! I get our food home and have a bowl of soup and a CUP of Mac. This was just stupid. You want my name- but you can’t give me a BOWL…… how about yall take the energy of getting too personal and us it to get an order right or knowing your product. Unless im wrong and you have a cup, small bowl , med bowl and large bowl then a bread bowl. Customers: check your order before you leave or you may be paying for things they won’t give you. And not getting what you want. Benefit of the doubt no longer exists.

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