Panera Bread • Mac & Cheese
Mac & Cheese (Large)
Large portion of Panera's signature mac and cheese
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
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.
Everything You Need to Know About the Mac & Cheese (Large)
The Mac & Cheese (Large) is large portion of panera's signature mac and cheese It comes in at 720 calories with 34g of protein, and is priced at $11.49 in the Mac & Cheese section of the Panera Bread menu — about 1.60 cents per 100 calories. 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.
How the Mac & Cheese (Large) compares to similar Panera Bread items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac & Cheese (Large) (this item) | $11.49 | 720 | 1.60 |
| Mac & Cheese (Kids) | $5.99 | 310 | 1.93 |
| Mac & Cheese (Regular) | $8.49 | 480 | 1.77 |
Average price in the Mac & Cheese section: $8.66. This item is above the section average.
How the Mac & Cheese (Large) compares at other chains
Compare the Mac & Cheese (Large) across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Panera Bread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bojangles | Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit | $3.99 | $7.50 more |
| Boston Market | Mac & Cheese | $3.99 | $7.50 more |
| Auntie Anne's | Cheese Pretzel Dog | $6.29 | $5.20 more |
| Panera Bread | Mac & Cheese (Large) | $11.49 | — |
| Applebee's | Classic Bacon Cheeseburger | $12.99 | $1.50 less |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Panera Bread secret menu items
Frontega Chicken on Sourdough (Off-Menu) · $13.49
The Frontega Chicken was a popular sandwich that was discontinued — some locations still make it
How to order: Order a Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt and ask to 'make it like a Frontega' — chipotle chicken, mozzarella, tomato, red onion, and basil on Focaccia.
Grilled Mac & Cheese · $11.99
A grilled cheese sandwich made with mac & cheese as the filling instead of plain cheese
How to order: Order a Grilled Cheese and ask to 'add mac & cheese inside.' Also order a side of Mac & Cheese. Assemble yourself or ask nicely.
Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Sandwich · $7.99
A breakfast sandwich served on a chocolate croissant instead of bread — sweet and savory
How to order: Order a Bacon Egg & Cheese on a chocolate croissant instead of the regular bread. They'll make it if they have both ingredients.
Dietary & allergen information
This item is flagged as: V.
Is the Mac & Cheese (Large) good value at Panera Bread?
At $11.49, the Mac & Cheese (Large) costs about 1.60 cents per 100 calories against a $8.66 average in the Mac & Cheese section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Panera Bread sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Mac & Cheese (Large) at Panera Bread
The Mac & Cheese (Large) is available at Panera Bread locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Panera Bread app or third-party services. Order through the official Panera Bread ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Panera Bread menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Mac & Cheese (Large)
- 1At 720 calories, this is one of the higher-calorie items on the menu — plan portions accordingly.
- 2Check current Panera Bread deals — Unlimited Sip Club — $10.99/Month.
- 3Prices have trended +3.8% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Mac & Cheese (Large) prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Panera Bread national-average pricing model:
- New York City: $10.65 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl))
- Los Angeles: $10.25 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl))
- Chicago: $9.70 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl))
- Houston: $9.10 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl))
- Atlanta: $9.30 (Estimated — on par with national average — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl))
- Columbus: $8.90 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl))
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About Panera Bread
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.
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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Panera Bread website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.panerabread.com