Panera has done a nice job at creating what appears to be a gourmet coffee/sandwich/pasty shop. The store is big and has plenty of seating.
I've tried a few pastries recently and their muffins and such are pretty good. The menu selection is also decent, though I've yet to have a sandwich here. They had a summery fruity beverage a while ago that was pretty good, and I don't know if that is still offered.
I joined their e-mail club and they send out quite a few offers via e-mail. You get a free pastry on your birthday, for one!