Panera Bread - Independence

The broccoli cheese soup here is a standout for me. They easily accommodate order adjustments, which is great. Like many restaurants, they’re facing some supply... read more The broccoli cheese soup here is a standout for me. They easily accommodate order adjustments, which is great. Like many restaurants, they’re facing some supply chain challenges. If you're a regular customer, the sip club offers a good deal.

I paid $9.19 for this deli turkey sandwich with mayo, and a side of salt and pepper chips. Honestly, you're better off going to Subway for a better meat-to-brea... read more I paid $9.19 for this deli turkey sandwich with mayo, and a side of salt and pepper chips. Honestly, you're better off going to Subway for a better meat-to-bread ratio.

Ordered a bagel pack today, which isn’t always easy for Panera to get right. They need to choose the bagels, slice them if requested, pack everything neatly, an... read more Ordered a bagel pack today, which isn’t always easy for Panera to get right. They need to choose the bagels, slice them if requested, pack everything neatly, and include two cream cheese containers along with utensils. Some Panera locations struggle with this, but not this one! I was in and out fairly quickly, and the staff were very friendly. My only downside is that the location is somewhat hidden and not very visible.

I keep returning for their broccoli cheese soup, which is fantastic. The ordering process is simple and allows for easy customization. Like many restaurants, th... read more I keep returning for their broccoli cheese soup, which is fantastic. The ordering process is simple and allows for easy customization. Like many restaurants, they are facing some supply chain challenges. If you're a frequent visitor, the Sip Club offers a great deal.

I ordered a pick two combo that included a Caesar salad and chicken noodle soup, and I ended up paying $12.50 for a small salad. The best part of the soup was t... read more I ordered a pick two combo that included a Caesar salad and chicken noodle soup, and I ended up paying $12.50 for a small salad. The best part of the soup was the bread in the broth, since that's all I really got. When I ordered chicken noodle soup, I expected actual noodles, but instead, I got chicken broth with only some chicken bits in it. There wasn't a single noodle in sight! How can you serve a dish that's missing such a key component? It's truly disappointing. I won’t be returning.