Panera Bread

Elite '08

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Jenna C.

Jamaica Plain, MA

I love this Panera!
It was one of my favorite spots to skip class or have a girl bonding day with my ladies. It's also the first place I ever got flowers from a boy (1 month anniversary. Woot Woot! Classy.)

I always order the same 3 things: 1) Bacon Turkey Bravo. 2) Cheddar broccoli soup. 3) Tomato & mozzarella salad (when it's in season). Not all at once. My fat kid capacity isn't that high yet. They always get it right. Unlike other Panera's I've been to. They also keep a completely straight face no matter what ridiculous name I give them at the counter.

The recently redecorated which I don't think really worked out well for them. It kinda reminds me of a school cafeteria or something. But the food is still awesome so I'll just take it to go.

This is definitely one of the places I go out of my way to hit up while visiting mama dukes.

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Elite '08

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Tori G.

North Andover, MA

Panera is always an old faithful.  

I know that whenever I'm hungry for a good sandwich or cup of soup, I can go to Panera and get exactly what I want. Which is usually the Turkey Artichoke Sandwich and a cup of Broccoli and Cheese Soup. Their desserts and bagels are good too, and they have great cappuccinos and iced coffee drinks.

They have a few tables with umbrellas outside on the sidewalk which is nice but does overlook the parking lot, but hey at least there's the option to eat outed if you want to.  And inside they have a variety of seating; from regular booths and tables, to couches and comfy chairs around a gas fireplace. (Note: it does get HOT sitting here!)

Another bonus is the free WiFi, and take advantage. It's one of the only places in North Andover that offers it.  The does fill up quickly with Merrimack students and busy professionals around lunch time, but then tapers off considerably around 3ish, and then stays pretty quiet until closing at 9:00.

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Elite '08

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Melissa M.

Salem, NH

The sandwiches are good and there's actucally plenty of vegetarian options for folks like me. I love the soups (broccoli & cheese, onion, etc.). The cookies and desserts are pretty good too. I wasn't impressed with their crossiants. The service is good ( my friend Rob works there). Avoid the lunch rush on week days because the place fills up with yuppies and soccer moms!

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Michael N.

Somerville, MA

only place in town that has free wifi.
only con is every man for themselves on getting a damn table

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