Panera Bread

About Panera Bread

Panera Bread is a cafe chain offering a menu of soups, salads, and sandwiches. The Tennyson Parkway location in Plano, Texas, provides a warm and welcoming environment for guests. They focus on quality ingredients and offer options for dine-in, rapid pick-up, and drive-thru service. The menu includes a variety of baked goods, coffee, and beverages. Panera Bread aims to provide food that guests can feel good about eating, whether dining in or taking out.

The Vibe

This Panera Bread location offers a casual and cozy atmosphere, suitable for working on a laptop with available outlets, or for family meals. While some reviews mention a shift towards kiosk ordering and to-go packaging, many still find the environment clean and welcoming. Service can vary, with some customers praising friendly staff and managers, while others note a lack of personal interaction due to automated ordering systems. It's a place where you can grab a quick bite or settle in for a longer stay.

• casual
• cozy
• work friendly
• family friendly

What's Good

• autumn squash soup

  $7.79+

  A rich blend of butternut squash and pumpkin simmered in vegetable broth with select ingredients, finished with sweet cream and topped with roasted seeds.

• bacon mac & cheese

  $8.99+

  Tender shell pasta in a blend of rich cheeses, including tangy aged white cheddar sauce, topped with applewood smoked bacon.

• Focaccia Turkey avocado BLT

  A popular sandwich choice, noted for its flavor and combination of ingredients, often recommended by reviewers.

• homestyle chicken noodle soup

  $7.79+

  Tender pieces of white-meat chicken simmered in a rich, seasoned chicken bone broth with egg noodles, carrots, and celery.

• Almond Pastry

  $4.89

  A buttery, flaky pastry filled with sweet almond filling, drizzled with icing and topped with sliced almonds.

Perfect For

• casual dining
• quick bite
• work lunch
• family meal