PANERA BREAD

Health grade
A · 98/100
Orange County rank
Safer than 80%
Diner rating
4.2 ★ · 1,007 reviews
Violations
2 basic
Last inspected
Feb 2026

Its latest inspection on February 18, 2026 cited 2 basic violations. Diners give it 4.2 across 1,007 reviews. It's a Cafe spot in Winter Park. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, healthy, and nut-aware diners.

A · 98/100 · safer than 80% of Orange County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (407) 645-3939

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (98/100)
Violations
2 total — 2 basic
Address
329 PARK AVE, Winter Park, FL
Cuisine
Cafe
Categories
Cafe, Bakery, Breakfast restaurant, Caterer, Coffee shop, Delivery service
Price
$$
Rating
4.2 stars (1007 reviews)
Seats
112
Phone
(407) 645-3939
Website
Official website
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Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.2 Community-sourced rating 1,007 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Diners who mention cleanliness here rate it low, yet the kitchen graded A. Reviews mentioning front-of-house average 2.9 stars, so it divides opinion rather than settling it. After that, wait times appears most often — 32% of the corpus, averaging 3.0.

Of the 19 rated reviews, 10 sit at four stars or better and 8 at two or below. A third strand, the state of the room, appears in 26% of them at 1.8 stars. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (10 of 19).

The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (98/100) with 2 basic violations. The visit behind that grade was February 18, 2026. Ranked against Orange County, it is safer than 80% of the restaurants we score. For specifics, the last inspection cited dishwashing facilities and employee personal belongings.

Worth separating: the complaints above cluster on portion size, not on the kitchen, which inspected well. Full reviews follow below in the order they were left.

Our own analysis of 19 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Love going here after walking around park ave all day its always peaceful in there

  • June 27, 2026

    Love it

  • June 25, 2026

    I placed an on line order, arrived 20 minutes after placing it, waited an inordinate amount of time in the line. Arrived at the window and saw three Panera employees, two of whom weren’t doing anything. After several minutes I beeped my horn. The one worker, who was actually working, approached the window. My order was ready and sitting on a counter. I’d like my $2 tip back.

  • June 23, 2026

    ⭐☆☆☆☆ 😒🍞 Came in with a friend for lunch on 6/22/26 around 11:10 AM and had a very disappointing experience. 👎 After placing our order, we waited over 10 minutes without hearing anything. ⏳🤷‍♂️ I eventually went to the counter to ask about it, only to find that our food had apparently been sitting there the entire time. 🍽️😑 When I asked when someone was going to let us know our order was ready, the associate didn't really have an answer. 🤔❓ Considering this is a Panera location in a prime area like Winter Park, I expected much better customer service. 🏢✨ I've honestly received better service at locations in commercial and industrial areas. 😬 The lack of communication and attentiveness was frustrating, especially since the restaurant wasn't particularly busy. 📢❌👀 To make matters worse, the soup was only lukewarm by the time we got it. 🥣😕 I was hungry and didn't want to wait longer or make an issue out of it, so I just ate it. 🍴 The final disappointment came while my friend started eating, as I was bringing all the food. An associate started vacuuming the carpet nearby while customers had food out. 🧹😳 Vacuuming around people who are actively eating is unprofessional and unsanitary, as it can stir up dust and debris into the dining area. 🤢💨🍽️ Overall, this location needs better training and customer service standards. 📚👨‍🏫 Unfortunately, I'll be skipping this location in the future. 🚫🍞👋 plus parking 🅿️ was terrible 😢

  • June 10, 2026

    Fake service dogs are brought in and fed in bowls next to where customers eat. Really gross. Management needs to step in.

  • June 9, 2026

    Very Rude staff in cashier service and restrooms are filthy. I had to cross the street and use the churches restroom, that's how bad it was. To be a food establishment...do better cleaning and hire friendly staff. Where is the food administration department when you need it. Should a food establishment be so filthy? It shouldn't.

  • May 9, 2026

    I always order the same thing and I went to another location this time because it’s closer to my job and they gave me this small portion (looks like a kid sandwich) and they forgot my friends avocado too in her sandwich. Never again in this location.

  • May 8, 2026

    Lettuce, as usual, mostly the yellowing ends of the lettuce. Not worth the price for the Greek salad. The next issue not Panera's fault necessarily, but with this level of no parking maybe offer delivery. Took me 30 minutes to find parking just to pick up a prepaid order. Never going here again because of lack of parking and the so so food.

  • May 6, 2026

    Way overpriced for the quality. Extremely overpriced for the quantity. Most of the employees dont even care. Some dont even speak American. Food is OK. Atmosphere is ok. The company is definitely about profit margins. They're not trying for real quality. All they want is profit. Otherwise, employees and services are usually good. The ones that don't speak American, are usually kept in the back. Service is slow, I assume it's to make quality look assured. It is usually clean though. You're just not going to get you bang to match your buck.

  • May 2, 2026

    The soups and sandwiches are incredible and consistent as always. Customer service remains a top priority at this panera location, shown especially by Bailey who helped me with my order and continued to check in on me with an extremely positive attitude. Will be coming back again!

  • April 29, 2026

    Very Satisfied fast and polite suggestions.

  • April 19, 2026

    会员必选择的面包店

  • March 28, 2026

    Outstanding Team Recognition Panera Bread — Winter Park, Florida Kaylyn Teller / Cashier Kaylyn delivered exceptional standout service at the register. Her helpfulness was truly beyond — exactly the kind of warm, attentive experience that keeps customers coming back. Jade Team Lead / Manager Jade is a superb team leader and manager — the best of the best. Her leadership creates an environment where great service happens naturally, and it shows in every interaction. Angelisa Sandwich Artist Angelisa crafted a sandwich that everyone loved — so delicious and beautifully made. She is a quick, sharp, and wonderful team member who brings real joy to the experience. Kaylyn was exceptional — an excellent teller and cashier who was incredibly helpful and provided truly top tier service. Jade stood out as a phenomenal team leader and manager, keeping everything running smoothly with professionalism and kindness. And Angelisa made a fantastic sandwich that we all loved — quick, sharp, and wonderfully prepared. This team delivered wonderful service from start to finish. They deserve to be acknowledged for their hard work and great attitude. Thanks & Best Regards, Respectfully Submitted, Sridhar Rangaswamy ("Sri") US Trademark: #5030763 US Trademark #SN 98620494: "Promise Less/Under Promise and Deliver More" "Excellence is not an act, it is a Habit" "Honesty is the Best Policy"Be Truthful,Honest and Fair"

  • March 15, 2026

    Panera is a reliable source for great food at reasonable prices

  • February 20, 2026

    Ótimas sopas e sanduíches.

  • February 7, 2026

    Buen lugar para conversar tomar cafe y comer lo recomiendo

  • January 27, 2026

    Savannah at the counter always exhibits exemplary service, remembers me when I come by and is very kind. Always a clean store with good coffee!

  • January 26, 2026

    Spicy chicken mess...wet bread, too much sauce and way too many red peppers made for a disgusting sandwich!!

  • January 10, 2026

    The seating area needs a thorough cleaning. You can see the dust on the cords and the lights hanging. The booths are dirty seats and wood. Service is great.

Overall Score

74 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.2★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Friday
6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Saturday
6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Sunday
7 AM to 8:30 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 18, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
  2. September 17, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 18, 2026