Au Bon Pain - East Boston

I love this Au Bon Pain, Amalia and Isabel at the sandwich bar always make my sandwiches just how I want them. I've been working in the area for close to 19 years and I can't complain about their customer service. Unfortunately It can get really busy and management doesn't know how to handle it, they don't have extra personal to help the line move faster. I have seen this store deteriorate more this couple of years, great people work at this location and it would be a big loss if they were to leave.

I used to visit the one in the basement of what I believe was Filene's in downtown Boston over 30 years ago. Since I live and usually travel in places that don't have any nearby, whenever I have errands close to one, I make sure to stop in for their delicious spinach croissants. They remind me of my childhood trips to Boston with my family.

The food here is quite good, and there's plenty of seating available. Parking can be a bit tricky, though, since it's located within a large building. The spacious dining area is a plus. I especially enjoyed their amazing soups, and the sandwiches are also tasty. The staff members are very friendly, which adds to the overall experience. The ordering counter is in an unusual location, and payments are processed after we receive our food. However, the service is incredibly fast and convenient.

The restaurant offers a wonderful variety of delicious food and pastries. The only downside is that the prices are a bit high, likely due to its popularity and the large number of visitors.