Panera

I used to work/eat here before I realized I was gluten-sensitive and couldn't eat dairy. I'd often feel incredibly nausous during work-shifts lol I wonder why. /s People would sometimes ask what's gluten-free at our chain so I'm about to save you some trouble. Here are some options if you're really looking for it, however read this post in full before deciding whether or not it's safe for you to eat here: - Mexican Style Street Corn Chowder - Fuji Apple Salad w/ Chicken - Greek Salad w/ Chicken - Green Goddess Cobb Salad w/ Chicken Unless you're looking for a salad or a drink, don't expect anything gluten-free. None of the breads are gluten-free and nearly all the soups are thickened with flour. I honestly wouldn't recommend ordering anything here if you're gluten-sensitive because cross-contamination is really common in the kitchen, regardless of if the manager is making it or if they change the gloves before making your meal (which they should lol that's legit a policy). The rate at which they recieve orders leaves very little time or energy on the staff's end to be allergen-friendly. If you're looking for a Panera Bread fix, I'd recommend buying Panera's "Baked Potato Soup" from grocery stores as it's gluten-free and was my addiction before I became dairy-free. It's much safer. 😊

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast
• Good for brunch
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

My husband and I eat here every time we are in town. It is very safe, knowledgeable staff, and lots of options. Most sandwiches/soups/salads can be adapted to be gluten free by making it without bread and not putting croutons in the soups/salads.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers online ordering

I was told NOTHING can be GF because of cross contamination. Beware.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Ordered the Chicken Poppyseed Salad on my app from the table and marked gluten allergy. My food came separated from the other people and in a paper bag instead of on the tray with my friends food. Salad was marked also as gluten allergy.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

There are a couple of salads without gluten-containing ingredients, but there is a high risk of cross contamination. No GF bread options so NO sandwich is apt. Tomato soup is the only one with gluten free main ingredients but it is necessary to remove the topping (croutons)

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for alcohol-free