Great Restaurant and Bakery
Fewer restaurants are offering soups these days, and those that do typically offer the standard french onion, vegetable beef or chicken noodle soup. When you're looking for an inspiring soup to warm you up on a chilly day, look no further than Panera Bread. Each day, this cafe offers at least five freshly made soups. These can be ordered in a bread bowl or as part of a combo with a half sandwich or salad.

The salads and sandwiches here are also unique. Sandwiches include Italian-influenced paninis as well as a variety of sandwiches on your choice of many types of fresh-baked breads. Most of the salads here are served with romaine lettuce or baby greens and rather interesting dressings and toppings. These are comparable to salads one would find in upscale restaurants.

The coffee and bakery area is great for a quick java and bagel on the way to work, but it's hard to pass up the many delicious pastries.

One reason I enjoy Panera Bread is the warm, comfortable atmosphere. One can eat in the bakery or the cafe. Tables and booths are available, and jazz music is piped in. During the busy hours, it can get a little loud when order numbers are called out over the intercom. Otherwise, you'll frequently find professionals tapping away on their laptops, holding business meetings or relaxing with a newspaper and a steaming espresso.    [04 Nov 2003 17:36:39]

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Recommended Dishes: Fandango salad, portabello and mushroom panini, duet cookie

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