Panera Bread

Bravo to Panera - formerly the St. Louis Bread Company - to bringing a new option to the fast food scene! Finding a quick place to have lunch (especially with children) is so difficult if you do not eat burgers and fries. Panera is the answer for us now! From their tasty soups to the healthy salads to the amazing artisan breads and sandwiches, you can't go wrong ordering anything there. The service is fast and friendly. Even at the busy lunch hour, the employees work hard to ensure you have your food with 5 minutes. I never feel weird taking my kids there, even when they are in a louder mood, because it is always a bit bustling in there. There are plenty of high chairs and you will see lots of children eating lunch and dinner there. The coffee is also always hot and yummy, and the pastries are totally to die for! Try the chocolate pastry filled with dark chocolate with a hot latte! The price is less than Starbucks and just as good in my opinion! more

When my wife and I were studying for exams, we would spend hours upon hours in Panera. The food there is good and very diverse. The best thing they have is the You Pick Two, which is two of the following: a half sandwich, half salad, or soup. The soups are ridiculously good, and the sandwiches are right up there as well. The service is fast, and the staff is courteous and friendly. It’s a little expensive, but worth the money from time to time. more