Panera Bread - Gainesville

I had the broccoli cheddar soup, and it was excellent. The price was reasonable, and the portion size was just right. I didn’t feel too full, but I was definite... read more I had the broccoli cheddar soup, and it was excellent. The price was reasonable, and the portion size was just right. I didn’t feel too full, but I was definitely satisfied. I also appreciated that even though it was busy, the noise level was manageable and not overwhelming.

Overall a positive. if you want good food give it a try. read more Overall a positive. if you want good food give it a try.

I love this place do much. Amazing caffeinated drinks. Helps me stay focused when needed. Food is amazing too. read more I love this place do much. Amazing caffeinated drinks. Helps me stay focused when needed. Food is amazing too.

I had a refreshing Mango drink during my visit, and I also tried the steak and cheddar sandwich. Unfortunately, I was disappointed to find that it came without... read more I had a refreshing Mango drink during my visit, and I also tried the steak and cheddar sandwich. Unfortunately, I was disappointed to find that it came without any lettuce because the cashier mentioned they were experiencing a shortage of romaine lettuce. He had a rather sharp attitude, asking, "Didn’t you read the sign here and on the door?" I was caught off guard by his tone since I hadn’t noticed any signs—someone had opened the door for me. When I interacted with him at the register, I made eye contact but then looked up at the menu, so it’s clear I missed the notices. However, his rudeness was unnecessary. I haven't heard of a lettuce shortage anywhere else besides Panera. As for the sandwich itself, it was just mediocre. I did enjoy the nice assortment of pastries available from the bakery. While we were dining in, I noticed that several tables and booths in the back remained uncleaned for at least 45 minutes, which even led one customer to clear off a booth herself. In contrast, the tables and booths in the front were quickly cleaned, and the staff there were quite friendly, with the exception of the cashier. The location has plenty of parking and is conveniently located. It appeared to attract a lot of college students and others working on their laptops, likely taking advantage of the Wi-Fi. However, the customer turnover was slow, which limited the available seating. Would I return to this location? Probably not—I think I’ll try a different one for a fairer assessment next time.

They canceled my catering order just three hours before it was scheduled, leaving me no time to arrange an alternative for work. The order was only 13 half sand... read more They canceled my catering order just three hours before it was scheduled, leaving me no time to arrange an alternative for work. The order was only 13 half sandwiches. They then informed me that if I still wanted the order, I would have to place it through Uber Eats.