Panera Bread in Lawrenceville

“Please give Kiki and Shalaya a raise for ingenuity, going above and beyond to help, and making what could have been a stressful day into a hallmark movie. I locked my keys in my car, my thoughts locked on my soup and cookie. They don’t know, but this is at least the 3rd time one or both of them have impressed me with the service. But that’s how this location always is. I understand the manager is Lance. I only know bc they said so, bc I’ve seen that same guy working right with his crew. Inspiring. 🙌Since I had not handed over thr 5 stars yet, the universe gave me an experience I couldn’t write off.

Can’t give enough stars ✨. This location always hits the vibes. Delicious, ridiculously easy to order in the app. Staff makes me feel like my order and experience is important and I know it will be right. Hot food is hot, cold salads are fresh and flavor is FLAVORING, and the cheese is melty! Drinks are refreshing. They always plate beautifully. I pick up my food, sit at a table outside or inside and know I’m going to enjoy a meal with everything I need.

I see a ladies group have meet ups here, people work on laptops. Families, grandmoms and grandpas, friends catching up etc. I have frequently make time for what I’ve named ‘Panera Planning’ to read or plan my week bc it’s my go-to spot for productivity. I’m a very driven person.

Grateful I can pop in for “‘I need to eat better salads’ meals. Love this spot for my ‘treat yoself meals’.This location always plates food awesome, it’s fresh, clean forks plates. So it’s ’dining’ but still casual. When they take my order at the counter, or the person calls my food is ready- they are sweet, paying attention, friendly, helpful.

Did I lock my keys in the car trying to get my kitchen sink cookie? 😭 Yes. iykyk…Did the wonderful team huddle to help my hunger driven crisis, and not only plate and serve me food which made me feel better?! Did they also strategize with what was on hand?! Did they save me and HELP ME GET MY KEYS through the smallest cracked window ever… YES! 🥹🤩 Did they judge my dirty car, (bc they could have but no.) Just soooo helpful.

I wish more people enjoyed the work environment like I’ve seen the people having here. I literally have a neighbor who manages another spot (next door). I never go there. Always Panera. Whatever is happening at this location —it works and I really like it.

Kiki and Shalaya … I wish you ALL THE BEST in your current and future endeavors. You inspire me to see what great things younger generations are going to do. Thank you!!🥹🥹🥹✨✨✨“

“It's so healthy and unhealthy at the same time. If you're trying to watch your carb intake, don't come here. If you love bread like I do, absolutely come here. The staff is calm and considerate, and the food comes out quickly for what it is. I ordered the broccoli cheddar bread bowl and I couldn't get enough of it. The restaurant is quiet and no one talks too loud. The food is actually pretty healthy, and if you're body isn't used to it then be prepared. The prices are a bit high, but everything tastes fresh, and it's very delicious.“