Panera
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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. 😊
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I have gotten soup from Panera a few times and have not been glutened. Several employees have warned not to order salads if you have celiac. The ingredients are prepared on the same surfaces as sandwiches.
Fuji apple chicken salad is my go-to. Order at kiosk can add allergy notes. Any allergy meals are packed to go and not on open plating to avoid cross contamination.
Although they do have salads, I waited 20 minutes and never got my food. Awful service especially for an airport.
Ordered here in the past salad, told them allergies, and had terrible reaction about 15 min after eating. Will not go back. Must have been cross contaminated.
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.
