Panera Bread - Dedham

The food is decent, but the orange scone is absolutely incredible! read more The food is decent, but the orange scone is absolutely incredible!

As soon as we entered, the cashier welcomed us warmly. We felt a bit indecisive about our orders, but ultimately settled on the soup and sandwich combo, which w... read more As soon as we entered, the cashier welcomed us warmly. We felt a bit indecisive about our orders, but ultimately settled on the soup and sandwich combo, which we always enjoy. I spotted a tempting dessert in the display case, but since it wasn’t available by the slice, we chose cookies instead. They were so delightful that I'm still savoring them two days later! My spouse thoroughly enjoyed her sandwich and soup, while I found my sandwich somewhat lacking. However, the soup—a hot chicken and wild rice variety—was absolutely fantastic on its own. I added a bit of Tabasco sauce to give it a little kick. The restaurant was tidy and well-organized, although some areas were not quite ready for customers yet. The restroom was also fairly clean during my visit. Overall, the staff appeared to be competent and capable throughout our time there.

I ordered a Baja bowl, but it seems they were out of bowls. Instead of using a salad container, they put my meal in a soup bowl. Anything but that would have wo... read more I ordered a Baja bowl, but it seems they were out of bowls. Instead of using a salad container, they put my meal in a soup bowl. Anything but that would have worked. My lunch is ruined.

I had the worst meal ever at Panera. I ordered the Asian Citrus salad with chicken, and the chicken was filled with veins, inedible fatty pieces, and soggy skin... read more I had the worst meal ever at Panera. I ordered the Asian Citrus salad with chicken, and the chicken was filled with veins, inedible fatty pieces, and soggy skin. To make matters worse, it was all dark meat, while every other salad I’ve had here has always contained white meat. I didn’t even eat a quarter of it because I was worried about getting sick from the poor quality of the chicken.

I really enjoy Panera. The atmosphere is inviting, the staff is friendly, and the food is delicious at affordable prices. I recently tried their fruit and green... read more I really enjoy Panera. The atmosphere is inviting, the staff is friendly, and the food is delicious at affordable prices. I recently tried their fruit and green smoothies, chai tea, and lattes, and they were all wonderful! They offer a variety of tasty soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods, so there's something for everyone. Highly recommend!