Panera Bread - Brookfield

This place is amazing! Anyone who complains about the hours or the dining area clearly doesn't understand the challenges of working in food service, especially... read more This place is amazing! Anyone who complains about the hours or the dining area clearly doesn't understand the challenges of working in food service, especially in the last three years. The staff is always friendly, and it's clear that the employees are dedicated and hardworking.

It appears they have updated their closing time to 5 PM. Don't make the same mistake I did by driving all the way there only to discover they were closed. I'm q... read more It appears they have updated their closing time to 5 PM. Don't make the same mistake I did by driving all the way there only to discover they were closed. I'm quite disappointed because I would have adjusted my lunch break at work if I had known they wouldn't be open when I arrived. Now it seems I won't be having dinner this evening.

I dislike this place because they don’t offer printed menus. To access their menu online, you have to register, which results in receiving numerous texts and em... read more I dislike this place because they don’t offer printed menus. To access their menu online, you have to register, which results in receiving numerous texts and emails, and you still can’t download the menu. Using these restaurant apps online also raises concerns about potential hacking and fraud.

This Panera Bread was by far the dirtiest I’ve ever visited. The trash bins were overflowing, the tables were all dirty, and the fabric seats were torn. The car... read more This Panera Bread was by far the dirtiest I’ve ever visited. The trash bins were overflowing, the tables were all dirty, and the fabric seats were torn. The carpet was sticky and littered with food and paper scraps. When I mentioned it to the staff behind the counter, their only response was “okay.” The place was likely understaffed, but it wasn’t even busy.

I tried the Baja Bowl on recommendation, and it was fantastic—truly delicious! The yogurt and green sauce dressing really take it to the next level. I definitel... read more I tried the Baja Bowl on recommendation, and it was fantastic—truly delicious! The yogurt and green sauce dressing really take it to the next level. I definitely suggest giving it a shot!