Panera Bread

3.9
1128 reviews
Toasted Italiano & Balsamic Chicken Greens with Grains
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Business Details

4502 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA
98409, United States
(253) 475-6741
https://www.panerabread.com/en-us/cafe/locations/wa/tacoma/4502-s-steele-st
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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 Tacoma is here with warmth and welcome. Panera Bread. Food as it should be.

Details

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

Location

Panera Bread
4502 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA
98409, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.9
1,128 reviews
5 stars
542
4 stars
253
3 stars
117
2 stars
79
1 star
137

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness

Multiple customers reported dirty tables, sticky floors, and unsanitary bathrooms.

Service Speed

Many reviews highlighted long wait times for food and orders, with some customers experiencing delays of over 30 minutes.

Food Quality

Customers expressed disappointment with food quality, including missing ingredients, poorly prepared items, and inconsistent flavors.

Staff Attitude

While some staff were praised for being friendly, others were criticized for unprofessional behavior and lack of attention to customer needs.

Menu Availability

Several customers noted that items were frequently out of stock or not available, leading to dissatisfaction.
  • MS
    Moksh Singh
    5 days ago
    5.0
    Awesome chipotle chicken
  • MM
    M
    Nov 7, 2025
    1.0
    Well this place is a hit or miss . We went to this location 11/06/2025 and the soup was cold , cold bread and had to ask for butter and it was ice cold and they always try to give you a plastic knife to use with cold butter. It was terrible.
  • SS
    S “Commo Goddess” Smith
    Oct 19, 2025
    2.0
    The entire restaurant was dirty. The dishes were stacked up at the trash point. They were out of Autumn squash soup. It was just subpar. The bread was stale which was very surprising for the sandwich I had. They didn't slice my bagel. It was just a hot mess all the way around and I don't understand it.
  • JL
    James Lin
    Oct 10, 2025
    1.0
    I believe this place makes one batch of coffee in the morning and then just adds hot water when the coffee gets low. It comes out tea color and sure tastes that way.
  • IS
    Ivy Smiley
    Oct 1, 2025
    5.0
    I mostly go here because I'm a member of their Sip Club (unlimited drinks. Look for their promo deals). But, the staff is always pleasant and helpful, and they have my drinks up quickly when I Rapid Order them online. The restaurant is clean and comfortable. Clean bathrooms. Gets busy at lunch time. I suggest ordering ahead online if you're grabbing and going. There's alfresco dining available.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Panera Bread

Does Panera Bread Tacoma accept reservations?

No, Panera Bread Tacoma does not accept reservations.

What are the operating hours for Panera Bread Tacoma?

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