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| - This is my first time at Panera's. I went there for lunch. I'm not familiar with the menu so I was lost. The cashier was very patient with me while I took my time to order. I ordered a full sandwich w/ French bread-like bread on the side, a cup of soup w/ apple on the side and a regular drink. The side came with each item I ordered. I thought it was like a fast food type of environment but they handed me a number so I sat down. The cashier recommended that I get a REWARDS card with Panera so I can start receiving deals. I didn't hesitate because I enjoy collecting reward cards from different stores I go to. The server brought my food to the table. I started off by dipping my bread into my cup of soup. The bread was very fresh and soft that it practically melted in my mouth. It was that GOOOOD! I was full by the time I was done with half my sandwich, cup of soup and the bread on the side. Next time I'll know to order a half a sandwich, soup and bread on the side. NOW while I was waiting for my food to be served, I went on my phone and registered my rewards card. At the end, it indicated that I can claim my FREE cookies or pastry. I waited until I was done eating before I went back to the cash register. When I showed my card, the cashier swiped it and she said that I can pick anything from the cookie/pastry area. I chose a Cinnamon Roll. This Cinnamon Roll was huge. It was like approx. 5-6 inches. If I were to just buy the Cinnamon Roll by itself, it would cost over $3.00 each. Man, don't get me started on the Cinnamon Roll!!! My goodness!!!!! I think I just found myself a new sandwich shop to go to thanks to my boyfriend who introduced me to this place.
Too bad they don't make SQUAW BREAD. I love that bread. I used to get it back home in Cali at the Old World Deli. It must be a West Coast thang.. Lol. Not too many people are familar with the Squaw Bread.
OVERALL EXPERIENCE: Excellent!
PROs: excellent service, quiet, plenty of parking, free WiFi, each booth has an outlet for your phone charger, laptop charger, etc., outside seating area
CONs: not enough seating area, not really kid friendly, somewhat on the pricey side (but it's worth it!)
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