Panera Bread Menu with Prices
Updated October 2026Bakery, Cafe, American, Sandwiches, Soup
- 30 items
- 2,100 stores
- Prices +3.8% vs 2025
Panera Bread is a fast casual chain with over 2,100 locations known for Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl), Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt, Mac & Cheese (Regular). Our Panera Bread menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including sandwiches & melts, soups, salads, mac & cheese. Current deals include Unlimited Sip Club: $10.99/Month.
The Panera Bread menu features 30 items across Sandwiches & Melts, Soups, Salads, Mac & Cheese, and more, with current prices, calories, and full nutrition facts, updated October 2026.
Panera Signature Items & Most Popular Menu Items
The most-ordered items on the Panera menu — from Broccoli Cheddar Soup and Turkey Sandwich to the You Pick 2 combo, bagels, and breakfast items.
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl)
$9.49Creamy broccoli and cheddar soup served in a freshly baked sourdough bread bowl
Price and nutritionChipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
$13.49Chicken, smoky chipotle aioli, avocado, and Gouda on toasted artisan bread
Price and nutritionMac & Cheese (Regular)
$8.49Creamy macaroni and cheese with a blend of cheddar and Parmesan — a fan favorite
Price and nutritionStrawberry Poppyseed Salad (Whole)
Fresh greens with strawberries, blueberries, pecans, and poppyseed dressing
Price and nutritionPanera Nutrition Info — Calories, Protein & Allergens
Panera menu calories and nutrition data for every item — including soups, sandwiches, salads, breakfast, and dietary flags for gluten-free options.
Official Panera Bread allergen guide →Highest-Calorie Items
- Mac & Cheese (Large) · 32g protein960 cal
- Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt · 46g protein930 cal
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) · 35g protein900 cal
- Grilled Cheese · 37g protein880 cal
Lowest-Calorie Items
- Cafe Blend Light Roast Coffee (16 fl oz) · 1g protein5 cal
- Cafe Blend Iced Coffee (20 fl oz)5 cal
- Chicken Noodle Soup (Bowl) · 14g protein150 cal
- Pepsi (20 fl oz)250 cal
Highest-Protein Items
- Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt · 930 cal46g protein
- Grilled Cheese · 880 cal37g protein
- Cobb Salad · 480 cal37g protein
- Turkey Sandwich · 560 cal35g protein
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt | 930 | 46g | 80g | 48g |
| Turkey Sandwich | 560 | 35g | 79g | 12g |
| Grilled Cheese | 880 | 37g | 69g | 51g |
| Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich | 630 | 27g | 77g | 25g |
| Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich | 630 | 23g | 105g | 14g |
| Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bowl) | 370 | 13g | 25g | 24g |
| Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) | 900 | 35g | 146g | 20g |
| Chicken Noodle Soup (Bowl) | 150 | 14g | 17g | 3g |
| Creamy Tomato Soup (Bowl) | 370 | 6g | 35g | 23g |
| French Onion Soup (Bowl) | 280 | 10g | 33g | 12g |
| Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (Whole) | 270 | 5g | 41g | 12g |
| Caesar Salad | 390 | 10g | 24g | 28g |
| Greek Salad | 400 | 8g | 15g | 35g |
| Cobb Salad | 480 | 37g | 25g | 27g |
| Kids Mac & Cheese (Cup) | 490 | 16g | 34g | 32g |
| Mac & Cheese (Regular) | 480 | 16g | 34g | 32g |
| Mac & Cheese (Large) | 960 | 32g | 67g | 64g |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Croissant | 480 | 22g | 33g | 29g |
| Sausage, Egg & Cheese on Croissant | 620 | 26g | 33g | 42g |
| Steel Cut Oatmeal | 360 | 8g | 52g | 15g |
| Classic Avo Toast | 260 | 6g | 33g | 11g |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie | 390 | 4g | 52g | 19g |
| Cinnamon Roll | 520 | 7g | 84g | 18g |
| Chocolate Croissant | 410 | 7g | 49g | 21g |
| Blueberry Muffin | 510 | 7g | 79g | 18g |
| Pumpkin Muffin | 570 | 8g | 78g | 24g |
| Cafe Blend Light Roast Coffee (16 fl oz) | 5 | 1g | 0g | 0g |
| Cafe Blend Iced Coffee (20 fl oz) | 5 | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Pepsi (20 fl oz) | 250 | 0g | 69g | 0g |
Allergen Notice: Menu items may contain or come into contact with common allergens including milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. Always check with the restaurant directly if you have specific dietary needs or severe allergies. This information is provided as a reference and may not be complete.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information, including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber, is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Compare calories and protein across all chains on our nutrition comparison page.
Panera Bread Breakfast Menu & Hours
Breakfast items, prices, and calories at Panera Bread.
Popular Breakfast Items
- Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Croissant · 480 cal$7.49
- Sausage, Egg & Cheese on Croissant · 620 cal$7.49
- Steel Cut Oatmeal · 360 cal$5.99
- Bagel with Cream CheeseVaries by location
- Classic Avo Toast · 260 calVaries by location
Best Value at Panera Bread
Cheapest item: Chocolate Chip Cookie at $3.49 (Bakery & Pastries)
Smart Ordering Tips at Panera Bread
Real ways to save, calculated from the Panera Bread menu, deals, and rewards.
Cheapest item on the menu
Chocolate Chip Cookie at $3.49 (Bakery & Pastries) is the lowest-priced item on the Panera Bread menu.
See full menu →Best protein-per-dollar
Grilled Cheese delivers 37g of protein for $8.99: the best protein-per-dollar pick on the menu.
Compare nutrition →Current deal: Sip Club: 5 Months for $5/Month
New and lapsed subscribers who sign up for a monthly Sip Club get five months at $5/month plus tax, then it renews at the regular $14.99/month.
See all deals →3 secret menu items
Order off the secret menu to get more for your money: Frontega Chicken on Sourdough (Off-Menu) is a favorite. Full ordering instructions included.
See secret menu →Order in the official app
Panera Bread runs app-exclusive deals, rewards, and free-signup offers. Ordering through the app is usually cheaper than in person.
Visit the app →Check seasonal items
Panera Bread currently has 2 limited-time seasonal items: these often offer the best new value on the menu.
See seasonal items →New & Seasonal Items
Limited-time offerings at Panera Bread.
Autumn Squash Soup
$5.99Seasonal butternut squash soup with sweet toppings
Lobster Bisque
$6.49Creamy lobster soup with sherry
Panera Bread Value & Nutrition Guides
Ranked picks computed from our verified Panera Bread menu data: best value, most protein, and lightest meals, with prices on every row.
Meal Price Calculator
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Sandwiches & Melts
Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
$13.49 · 930 cal
Turkey Sandwich
$11.99 · 560 cal
Grilled Cheese
$8.99 · 880 cal
Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich
$11.49 · 630 cal
Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich
$11.49 · 630 cal
Soups
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bowl)
$7.49 · 370 cal
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl)
$9.49 · 900 cal
Chicken Noodle Soup (Bowl)
$7.49 · 150 cal
Creamy Tomato Soup (Bowl)
$7.49 · 370 cal
French Onion Soup (Bowl)
$8.49 · 280 cal
Salads
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (Whole)
Varies by location · 270 cal
Caesar Salad
$9.99 · 390 cal
Greek Salad
$10.49 · 400 cal
Cobb Salad
$12.49 · 480 cal
Mac & Cheese
Kids Mac & Cheese (Cup)
Varies by location · 490 cal
Mac & Cheese (Regular)
$8.49 · 480 cal
Mac & Cheese (Large)
$11.49 · 960 cal
Breakfast Menu
Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Croissant
$7.49 · 480 cal
Sausage, Egg & Cheese on Croissant
$7.49 · 620 cal
Steel Cut Oatmeal
$5.99 · 360 cal
Bagel with Cream Cheese
Varies by location
Classic Avo Toast
Varies by location · 260 cal
Bakery & Pastries
Chocolate Chip Cookie
$3.49 · 390 cal
Cinnamon Roll
$4.49 · 520 cal
Chocolate Croissant
$4.49 · 410 cal
Blueberry Muffin
$3.99 · 510 cal
Pumpkin Muffin
$3.99 · 570 cal
Drinks & Coffee
Cafe Blend Light Roast Coffee (16 fl oz)
Varies by location · 5 cal
Cafe Blend Iced Coffee (20 fl oz)
Varies by location · 5 cal
Pepsi (20 fl oz)
Varies by location · 250 cal
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Nutrition Calculator
Build a meal and see total calories, protein, carbs, and fat.
Sandwiches & Melts
Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
930 cal · P: 46g · C: 80g · F: 48g
Turkey Sandwich
560 cal · P: 35g · C: 79g · F: 12g
Grilled Cheese
880 cal · P: 37g · C: 69g · F: 51g
Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich
630 cal · P: 27g · C: 77g · F: 25g
Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich
630 cal · P: 23g · C: 105g · F: 14g
Soups
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bowl)
370 cal · P: 13g · C: 25g · F: 24g
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl)
900 cal · P: 35g · C: 146g · F: 20g
Chicken Noodle Soup (Bowl)
150 cal · P: 14g · C: 17g · F: 3g
Creamy Tomato Soup (Bowl)
370 cal · P: 6g · C: 35g · F: 23g
French Onion Soup (Bowl)
280 cal · P: 10g · C: 33g · F: 12g
Salads
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (Whole)
270 cal · P: 5g · C: 41g · F: 12g
Caesar Salad
390 cal · P: 10g · C: 24g · F: 28g
Greek Salad
400 cal · P: 8g · C: 15g · F: 35g
Cobb Salad
480 cal · P: 37g · C: 25g · F: 27g
Mac & Cheese
Kids Mac & Cheese (Cup)
490 cal · P: 16g · C: 34g · F: 32g
Mac & Cheese (Regular)
480 cal · P: 16g · C: 34g · F: 32g
Mac & Cheese (Large)
960 cal · P: 32g · C: 67g · F: 64g
Breakfast Menu
Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Croissant
480 cal · P: 22g · C: 33g · F: 29g
Sausage, Egg & Cheese on Croissant
620 cal · P: 26g · C: 33g · F: 42g
Steel Cut Oatmeal
360 cal · P: 8g · C: 52g · F: 15g
Bagel with Cream Cheese
Classic Avo Toast
260 cal · P: 6g · C: 33g · F: 11g
Bakery & Pastries
Chocolate Chip Cookie
390 cal · P: 4g · C: 52g · F: 19g
Cinnamon Roll
520 cal · P: 7g · C: 84g · F: 18g
Chocolate Croissant
410 cal · P: 7g · C: 49g · F: 21g
Blueberry Muffin
510 cal · P: 7g · C: 79g · F: 18g
Pumpkin Muffin
570 cal · P: 8g · C: 78g · F: 24g
Drinks & Coffee
Cafe Blend Light Roast Coffee (16 fl oz)
5 cal · P: 1g · C: 0g · F: 0g
Cafe Blend Iced Coffee (20 fl oz)
5 cal · P: 0g · C: 0g · F: 0g
Pepsi (20 fl oz)
250 cal · P: 0g · C: 69g · F: 0g
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Price History
How prices have changed over time for a signature item at Panera Bread.Current trend: +3.8% vs 2025.
Coupons, Promo Codes & Rewards
Hand-checked promo codes, rewards programs, and app-exclusive offers for Panera Bread.
📱 App & Rewards
Sip Club: 5 Months for $5/Month
New and lapsed subscribers who sign up for a monthly Sip Club get five months at $5/month plus tax, then it renews at the regular $14.99/month.
Sign up September 23 – December 31, 2026. New subscribers or lapsed 30+ days; 18+ with a MyPanera account. One eligible drink every 2 hours (drip/iced coffee, hot tea, fountain soda, select bubblers); excludes Energy Refreshers, smoothies, specialty espresso and hot chocolate.
Community Sentiment
What customers are saying across Reddit, Google Reviews, Yelp, and social media.
Below average: 0.2 points lower than the 4.0 average across all 104 chains we track.
Sentiment by Category
How customers rate 4 aspects of this chain, derived from the praise and complaints above.
Food Quality & Taste
5.0How customers rate the food itself: flavor, freshness, consistency, preparation.
Praise: Broccoli Cheddar soup in a bread bowl
Complaint: Portion shrinkage over the years
Value & Price
4.2Perceived bang for the buck: prices, deals, value menus, portion size for cost.
Praise: You Pick 2 — $11.99
Complaint: Expensive for fast casual
Service & Speed
3.3Order accuracy, staff, speed, and overall experience at the counter or drive-thru.
Complaint: Expensive for fast casual
Convenience & Hours
3.3Location accessibility, hours, late-night availability, app ordering, payment quirks.
Complaint: Quality varies by location
Category scores are derived from the sentiment signals above: each praise point lifts a category, each complaint lowers it, starting from the overall score.
Score
3.8 / 5
Good rating
Ranking
#58 of 104
by customer sentiment
Top pick
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bowl)
$7.49 on the current menu
Panera holds a middling ~3.8 aggregate on Google and Yelp, with the Broccoli Cheddar bread bowl and mac & cheese doing most of the heavy lifting in customer affection. The You Pick 2 and Unlimited Sip Club are praised as legitimately good value, and the bakery-cafe feel keeps a loyal base returning. Persistent complaints are about pricing — reviewers find it expensive for fast casual — plus shrinking portions and quality that varies sharply by location. The 2023-24 Charged Lemonade controversy lingers in public memory and keeps cropping up in Reddit and social media discussions alongside calls for more consistent quality.
People Love
- + Broccoli Cheddar soup in a bread bowl
- + Mac & Cheese
- + Bacon Turkey Bravo
- + Bagels
- + Unlimited Sip Club coffee subscription
Common Complaints
- - Expensive for fast casual
- - Portion shrinkage over the years
- - Quality varies by location
- - Charged Lemonade controversies (2023-24)
- - Long lines at lunch rush
Most Recommended
- →Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl)$7.49
- →Mac & Cheese (Regular)Varies by location
- →Bacon Turkey Bravo
- →You Pick 2
Best Value
- $You Pick 2 — $11.99
- $Unlimited Sip Club — $10.99/Month
- $MyPanera Rewards custom free items
- $Soup and bagel lunchtime combos
Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free Options
Menu items flagged with dietary labels at Panera Bread.
Grilled Cheese
VegetarianMelted American and cheddar cheese on toasted artisan bread
Sandwiches & Melts
Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich
VegetarianFalafel with hummus, tomato, cucumber, red onion, and feta on tomato basil bread
Sandwiches & Melts
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bowl)
VegetarianCreamy broccoli and cheddar cheese soup
Soups
Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl)
VegetarianBroccoli cheddar soup served in a sourdough bread bowl
Soups
Creamy Tomato Soup (Bowl)
VegetarianSmooth tomato soup with fire-roasted tomatoes and cream
Soups
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (Whole)
VegetarianWhole Strawberry Poppyseed Salad from Panera's menu (seasonal, spring/summer).
Salads
Caesar Salad
VegetarianRomaine, croutons, Parmesan with Caesar dressing
Salads
Greek Salad
VegetarianRomaine, feta, pepperoncini, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion with Greek dressing
Salads
Kids Mac & Cheese (Cup)
VegetarianCup-size mac & cheese from Panera's kids menu.
Mac & Cheese
Mac & Cheese (Regular)
VegetarianCreamy mac and cheese with cheddar and Parmesan
Mac & Cheese
Mac & Cheese (Large)
VegetarianLarge portion of Panera's signature mac and cheese
Mac & Cheese
Steel Cut Oatmeal
VegetarianHearty steel-cut oats with strawberries and pecans
Breakfast Menu
Bagel with Cream Cheese
VegetarianA Panera bagel with cream cheese spread; bagel and spread are listed separately on Panera's menu.
Breakfast Menu
Classic Avo Toast
VegetarianClassic Avo Toast from Panera's current menu.
Breakfast Menu
Chocolate Chip Cookie
VegetarianFresh-baked chocolate chip cookie
Bakery & Pastries
Cinnamon Roll
VegetarianWarm cinnamon roll with cream cheese icing
Bakery & Pastries
Chocolate Croissant
VegetarianFlaky croissant with dark chocolate filling
Bakery & Pastries
Blueberry Muffin
VegetarianMoist muffin with wild blueberries
Bakery & Pastries
Pumpkin Muffin
VegetarianSeasonal pumpkin muffin with streusel topping
Bakery & Pastries
Cafe Blend Light Roast Coffee (16 fl oz)
Vegan16 fl oz Cafe Blend Light Roast hot coffee from Panera.
Drinks & Coffee
Cafe Blend Iced Coffee (20 fl oz)
Vegan20 fl oz Cafe Blend Iced Coffee from Panera.
Drinks & Coffee
Pepsi (20 fl oz)
Vegan20 fl oz fountain Pepsi from Panera's current menu.
Drinks & Coffee
Discontinued Items
Menu items from years past that fans still remember.
Italian Combo Sandwich
Discontinued 2023Ham salami and pepperoni on ciabatta
Removed during menu refresh
Smokehouse Turkey Panini
Discontinued 2022Smoked turkey with BBQ sauce on pressed bread
Pressed panini option
Regional Price Differences
Estimated Panera Bread menu prices by location, based on regional operating costs.
| Location | Price | vs Average | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City | $10.65 | +$1.00 | Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) |
| Los Angeles | $10.25 | +$0.60 | Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) |
| Chicago | $9.70 | +$0.05 | Estimated — higher operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) |
| Houston | $9.10 | -$0.55 | Estimated — lower operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) |
| Atlanta | $9.30 | -$0.35 | Estimated — on par with national average — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) |
| Columbus | $8.90 | -$0.75 | Estimated — lower operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl) |
Panera Bread Hours
When Panera Bread is open, when breakfast and lunch are served, and holiday hours.
Store hours
Panera Bread opening and closing times are set by each location and can differ between dine-in, drive-thru and delivery. Check your local restaurant for today's exact hours.
Find hours near you (official store locator) →Holiday hours
Most Panera Bread locations are typically closed on:
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Some franchised locations set their own holiday hours.
Locations
Where to find Panera Bread near you.
Locations
Panera Bread has 2,100 locations worldwide across 2 regions.
Panera Menu Questions — Prices, Soup Menu, You Pick 2 & More
Answers to common questions about the Panera menu — soup prices, You Pick 2 combos, breakfast hours, catering, and nutritional info.
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Where does the Panera Bread nutrition data come from?
What is the Panera menu price range for 2026?
What is Panera's You Pick 2?
Does Panera have a breakfast menu?
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Does Panera have an allergen menu?
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Does Panera cater?
What is Panera's Charged Lemonade?
Does Panera have a rewards program?
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