The Panera Bread menu with prices ranges from $1.99 for a bagel up to $13.99 for a full salad. A typical lunch combo (You Pick Two) runs $12.78–$13.38. Soups start at $5.99 a cup, hot sandwiches average $10.99–$12.49, and the Mix & Match value menu offers select items at $4.99 each. Prices vary by location — always verify through the Panera app.
Here’s what this article covers: every menu category with current prices, nutrition info for the most popular items, my honest picks for the best value, how to save money with rewards and the current deals, and a few ordering tips I’ve picked up along the way. I’ll also flag wherever prices tend to vary by location, because that’s one thing that trips people up more than anything else.
⚠️ Heads up on pricing: Panera franchisees set their own prices, so what you pay in one city can be noticeably different from another. Prices shown below are national averages as of September 2026. Delivery prices through third-party apps are typically higher than dine-in prices. Always confirm through your local Panera or the Panera app before you head out.
| Category | Price Range |
| Bagels & bakery | $1.99–$2.29 |
| Soups (bowl) | $5.99–$7.49 |
| Sandwiches & salads | $8.99–$13.99 |
| You Pick Two combo | $12.78–$13.38 |
| Mix & Match items | $4.99 |
| Catering trays | $44.99+ |
📋 What’s In This Guide
- Breakfast Menu with Prices
- Bagels & Bakery with Prices
- Hot & Cold Sandwiches with Prices
- Soups & Mac & Cheese with Prices
- Salads with Prices
- Drinks with Prices
- You Pick Two & Mix & Match Value
- Kids Menu with Prices
- Catering Overview
- Most Popular Items & My Picks
- How to Save Money at Panera
- Frequently Asked Questions
Panera Breakfast Menu With Prices
I’m a big morning person when it comes to Panera. The café opens at 6:00 AM on weekdays — 7:00 AM on weekends at most locations — and that first hour or two is honestly the best time to go. Everything is freshest, the dining room is quiet, and the espresso bar is fully stocked. Breakfast runs until 10:30 AM on weekdays, so if you’re after an egg sandwich or a soufflé, plan accordingly. Bagels and pastries stay available all day.
| Item | Description | Price | Calories |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Brioche | Applewood-smoked bacon, scrambled cage-free eggs, melted cheese on a soft brioche bun | $6.99 | 510 cal |
| Sausage, Egg & Cheese on Ciabatta | Savory sausage patty, egg, American cheese on toasted ciabatta | $6.99 | 580 cal |
| Egg & Cheese on Bagel | Cage-free scrambled eggs and melted cheese on your bagel of choice | $5.49 | 460 cal |
| Garden Avo Egg White & Spinach HEALTHY PICK | Egg whites, fresh avocado, spinach on a sprouted grain bagel flat | $7.49 | 340 cal |
| Steak & Egg on Everything Bagel | Thinly sliced sirloin, scrambled eggs, and cheese on an everything bagel | $8.49 | 580 cal |
| Soufflé — Spinach & Bacon | Flaky, buttery pastry filled with creamy spinach, bacon, and cheese | $5.99 | 550 cal |
| Soufflé — Four Cheese | Golden pastry pocket with a blend of four melted cheeses | $5.49 | 470 cal |
| Steel Cut Oatmeal | Slow-cooked steel-cut oats with choice of toppings — apple chips, strawberries, or pecans | $4.99 | 210–330 cal |
| Classic Avocado Toast | Fresh avocado spread on toasted Sprouted Grain Bagel Flat | $4.29 | 230 cal |
⚠️ Prices may vary by location. Always confirm through the Panera app.
The Soufflé is one of those items that doesn’t get enough attention. It’s a hidden gem on the breakfast menu — flaky, warm, rich without being too heavy.
Panera Bagels & Bakery Menu With Prices
Walking past Panera’s bakery case is a test of willpower. Everything is baked fresh in-house daily, and the smell is genuinely unreasonable. Bagels are available all day, which means even after breakfast ends at 10:30, you can still grab one. I’ll be straight with you though — Reddit has plenty of complaints about bagel quality slipping in recent years, particularly the Asiago. The Cinnamon Crunch, on the other hand, has never let me down.
| Item | Description | Price | Calories |
| Cinnamon Crunch Bagel BEST VALUE | Sweet, crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping on a soft, pillowy bagel | $2.29 | 430 cal |
| Plain Bagel | Classic chewy bagel — perfect base for any sandwich or spread | $1.99 | 280 cal |
| Everything Bagel | Sesame, poppy seeds, garlic, onion, and salt — the reliable classic | $1.99 | 290 cal |
| Blueberry Bagel | Loaded with real blueberries — great toasted with plain cream cheese | $1.99 | 290 cal |
| Asiago Cheese Bagel | Savory asiago baked in and on top of the bagel | $2.29 | 320 cal |
| Sprouted Grain Bagel Flat | Low-profile, nutty whole grain bagel flat — great for sandwiches | $1.99 | 180 cal |
| Cinnamon Roll | Warm, fluffy roll with sweet cinnamon swirl and icing drizzle | $4.29 | 620 cal |
| Chocolate Croissant | Flaky butter croissant filled with dark chocolate | $4.49 | 430 cal |
| Blueberry Muffin | Big, moist muffin loaded with real blueberries | $4.79 | 450 cal |
| Kitchen Sink Cookie | Massive cookie packed with pretzels, chocolate, potato chips, caramel | $5.89 | 820 cal |
| Chocolate Chipper Cookie | Soft, chewy, loaded with real chocolate chips | $2.99 | 390 cal |
| Plain Cream Cheese | Smooth, classic spread — the bagel’s best friend | $1.49 | 90 cal |
| Honey Walnut Cream Cheese | Whipped cream cheese with sweet honey-walnut swirl | $1.49 | 110 cal |
Panera Sandwiches Menu With Prices
Here’s where the Panera menu really earns its reputation. The hot sandwiches are toasted or grilled to order on freshly baked artisan bread, and most of them come with a free side — baguette, apple, or chips — which makes the price feel more reasonable than it might look at first glance. My go-to is the Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt, and I’ve ordered it at probably a dozen different locations. It’s consistently one of the best things on the board.
Hot Sandwiches
| Items | Description | Price | Calories |
| Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt BEST SELLER | Smoked pulled chicken, fresh avocado, red onion, chipotle sauce on toasted bread | $11.99 | 720 cal |
| Bacon Turkey Bravo | Smoked turkey, crispy bacon, smoked Gouda, tomatoes on toasted Dutch Country white | $11.99 | 830 cal |
| Toasted Frontega Chicken | Antibiotic-free chicken, mozzarella, sun-dried tomato pesto on focaccia | $11.49 | 860 cal |
| Toasted Italiano | Salami, capicola, smoked ham, provolone, banana peppers on ciabatta | $12.49 | 1,100 cal |
| Smokehouse BBQ Chicken | Smoky BBQ chicken, caramelized onions, provolone on country rustic bread | $11.49 | 780 cal |
| Bacon Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese | Creamy mac & cheese filling with crispy bacon between golden-toasted bread | $10.99 | 890 cal |
| Toasted Steak & White Cheddar | Thinly sliced sirloin, aged white cheddar, horseradish sauce on sourdough | $12.49 | 1,050 cal |
| French Ciabatta Dipper | Melted provolone, ham, dijon-honey sauce on toasty ciabatta | $12.49 | 820 cal |
Cold Sandwiches
| Item | Description | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediterranean Veggie HEALTHY PICK | Hummus, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, roasted peppers, pepperoncini on Tomato Basil bread | $9.49 | 490 cal |
| Turkey Avocado BLT | Sliced turkey, fresh avocado, bacon, tangy aioli on multigrain | $11.49 | 670 cal |
| Caprese Mozzarella | Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze on ciabatta | $10.49 | 580 cal |
| Tuna Salad Sandwich | Chunky albacore tuna with pickles and red onion on multigrain | $9.99 | 540 cal |
A tip I’ve used more times than I can count: swap the bread on any sandwich for an Asiago or Everything bagel. Most locations are happy to do it for a small upcharge of around $0.79. The Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt on an Asiago bagel is a completely different — and honestly better — experience.
Panera Soup Menu With Prices
I’ll just say it plainly: the soups are the reason most people become Panera regulars. The Broccoli Cheddar is the brand’s undisputed best-seller and has been for decades. At $6.79 for a bowl, it’s thick, genuinely cheesy, and loaded with real broccoli — not watered-down broth with a few florets floating in it. Get it in a sourdough bread bowl and it becomes an entirely different meal. Most soups also come in cup, bowl, or bread bowl sizes, so you can adjust to your appetite and budget.
| Item | Cup | Bowl | Bread Bowl | Cal (Bowl) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broccoli Cheddar Soup BEST SELLER | $6.29 | $6.79 | $9.79 | 360 cal |
| Creamy Tomato Soup | $6.29 | $6.79 | $9.79 | 370 cal |
| Chicken Noodle Soup | $5.99 | $6.49 | $9.49 | 170 cal |
| French Onion Soup | — | $7.49 | — | 280 cal |
| Ten Vegetable Soup LOWEST CAL | $5.99 | $6.49 | $9.49 | 110 cal |
| Turkey Chili | $5.99 | $6.79 | $9.79 | 280 cal |
| Autumn Squash Soup SEASONAL | $5.99 | $7.49 | $9.79 | 300 cal |
| Mac & Cheese FAN FAVORITE | $5.99 | $7.49 | $9.99 | 900 cal |
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Wondering when seasonal soups return? Our guide to Panera’s seasonal soup rotation calendar covers exactly when each limited-time soup typically comes back.
Panera Salads Menu With Prices
I used to overlook Panera’s salad section, which I now realize was a significant mistake on my part. These aren’t sad side salads — they’re loaded with real proteins, house-made dressings, and interesting ingredients that you actually want to eat. The Green Goddess Cobb with Chicken is probably the best thing I’ve ordered in the last year. Most full salads also come with a free side, which makes the $11.99 price feel like a fair deal.
| Item | Description | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Goddess Cobb with Chicken TOP PICK | Grilled chicken, avocado, egg, corn, tomatoes, green goddess dressing on romaine | $11.99 | 510 cal |
| Fuji Apple Chicken Salad | Chicken, Fuji apples, candied pecans, gorgonzola, poppyseed dressing on romaine | $11.99 | 570 cal |
| Strawberry Poppyseed Salad | Chicken, fresh strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges, candied pecans | $11.99 | 380 cal |
| Caesar Salad with Chicken | Romaine, grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, Parmesan, croutons | $10.99 | 590 cal |
| Greek Salad | Crisp romaine, kalamata olives, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta, Greek dressing | $8.99 | 420 cal |
| Southwest Caesar Salad | Romaine, chicken, corn, black beans, tortilla strips, chipotle Caesar dressing | $11.49 | 640 cal |
| Mediterranean Greens with Grains | Farro blend, hummus, avocado, cucumbers, feta, shawarma seasoning over greens | $9.99 | 430 cal |
The Strawberry Poppyseed Salad at 380 calories is one of the most nutritionally solid options on the full Panera menu — solid protein from the chicken, 7g of fiber, and a calorie count that won’t wreck your afternoon. For the best protein-to-calorie ratio on the salad section, it’s hard to beat.
Panera Bread Drinks Menu With Prices
The drink menu at Panera is way more serious than most people expect. Beyond just drip coffee — which is reliably good, by the way — there’s a full espresso bar, a handcrafted lemonade lineup, smoothies, teas, and the Charged Lemonade that became something of a viral sensation a couple of years back. If you’re a regular, the Unlimited Sip Club subscription is worth doing the math on — I’ll cover that in the savings section below.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Dark Roast Coffee | $2.79 | 5 cal |
| Hazelnut Cream Cold Brew | $4.99 | 190 cal |
| Madagascar Vanilla Latte | $5.29 | 290 cal |
| Caramel Latte | $5.29 | 310 cal |
| Iced Coffee | $3.99 | 80 cal |
| Charged Lemonade — Mango Yuzu Citrus POPULAR | $4.39 | 110 cal |
| Charged Lemonade — Strawberry Lemon Mint | $4.39 | 100 cal |
| Pomegranate Hibiscus Iced Tea | $3.79 | 70 cal |
| Blueberry Lavender Lemonade | $3.99 | 190 cal |
| Strawberry Banana Smoothie | $5.99 | 270 cal |
| Green Passion Smoothie | $5.99 | 220 cal |
You Pick Two & Mix & Match — Value Combos
The You Pick Two is what makes Panera genuinely good value for a full meal. You pick any two half portions — half sandwich, half salad, or cup of soup — and pay a bundled price that’s lower than ordering both separately. It’s the default way to eat at Panera and honestly how the menu is meant to be experienced.
In February 2026, Panera also launched the Mix & Match value menu — 10 fan-favorite items priced at $4.99 each. It replaced the older Value Duets structure and is genuinely one of the better deals in fast-casual right now if you’re watching your spend.
| Combo Type | What You Get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Half Sandwich + Cup Soup MOST POPULAR | Any half sandwich with a cup of any soup | $12.78 |
| Half Salad + Cup Soup | Any half salad with a cup of any soup | $12.78 |
| Half Sandwich + Half Salad | Two halves for a more varied lunch | $13.38 |
| Cup Soup + Mac & Cheese | Two comfort classics paired together | $12.78 |
| Mix & Match Items (per item) | Select from 10 fan-favorites at a reduced price | $4.99 each |
Panera Kids Menu With Prices
Panera’s kids menu is one of the more thoughtful ones in the fast-casual space — it’s not just a sad corner of chicken strips. Every option is a smaller portion of an actual menu item, and the Kids Meal combo includes a sandwich, a healthy side (apple slices), and an organic yogurt tube. My niece orders the Grilled Cheese basically every single visit and has for years, which tells you something about how consistently solid it is.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Kids’ Grilled Cheese | $6.49 | 400 cal |
| Kids’ Mac & Cheese | $5.99 | 480 cal |
| Kids’ Turkey Sandwich | $6.49 | 310 cal |
| Kids’ PB&J Sandwich | $5.99 | 370 cal |
| Kids’ Broccoli Cheddar Soup | $5.49 | 180 cal |
| Kids’ Chicken Noodle Soup | $5.49 | 90 cal |
| Kids’ Meal Combo (sandwich + side + yogurt) | $6.99 | varies |
Panera Catering — Prices at a Glance
The online ordering process is genuinely smooth, everything shows up well-packaged, and it’s one of the least stressful group food options out there. You need to order at least 24 hours in advance, and cancellations need to happen at least 4 hours before your scheduled time. Here’s a quick look at what catering costs:
| Catering Item | Serves | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Box Lunch (per person) | 1 | $12.29–$16.29 |
| Soup Tureen | 8–10 | $44.99 |
| Bagel Bundle (13 bagels + 2 cream cheeses) | 6–8 | ~$19.99 |
| Cookie Platter (12 cookies) | 12 | $15.99 |
| Lunch & Learn Bundle (10 people) | 10 | $149.99 |
| Family Feast Value Meal | 4–6 | from $34.99 |
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Feeding a group? Our dedicated Panera group ordering guide covers exactly how many items to order per person, what to budget, and the best way to handle dietary restrictions for office events.
My Top Picks — The Best Items on the Entire Menu
These are the items I genuinely recommend to anyone who asks. Not just the most popular — the ones that are actually worth your money:
🥣 Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Bread Bowl)
$9.79
The reason Panera has regulars. Rich, cheesy, genuinely comforting. In a sourdough bread bowl on a cold day, it’s one of the best fast-casual meals in the country.
🥙 Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
$11.99
Panera’s best hot sandwich and it’s not particularly close. Smoky, creamy, packed with flavor. Get it on an Asiago bagel if you want to level it up further.
🥗 Strawberry Poppyseed Salad
$11.99
380 calories, 32g protein, 7g fiber. The best calorie-to-nutrition ratio on the salad section. Don’t sleep on this one — it’s genuinely special.
🥯 Cinnamon Crunch Bagel
$2.29
The best $2.29 you can spend at Panera. 430 calories, sweet crunchy topping, impossibly soft inside. Best value on the entire menu, full stop.
🌿 Garden Avo Egg White Sandwich
$7.49
340 calories, 17g protein. The cleanest breakfast on the menu. Great if you want something light and genuinely filling before 10:30 AM.
🥬 Green Goddess Cobb Salad
$11.99
A newer addition that’s quickly built a loyal following, including me. The dressing is one of the freshest things on the menu. Order it at least once.
How Panera Stacks Up on Price
Average sandwich/meal price compared to fast-casual competitors:
Panera Bread
$11.99
Chipotle
$10.75
Corner Bakery
$12.25
Subway
$9.49
Panera prices are in line with Chipotle but include free sides with most meals, baked-fresh bakery items, and a full café experience. For raw price alone, Subway wins — but the experience is a different category entirely.
How to Save Money at Panera
Here’s the thing — Panera is not cheap. But there are legitimate ways to get more value out of every visit, and I use most of these myself on a regular basis.
MyPanera Rewards (Free): Sign up before your first order. The rewards start arriving within a visit or two and they’re genuinely personalized to what you order — not just coupons for things you’d never eat. Birthday reward is worth a free item within a 7-day window around your birthday. Apply it before you pay at checkout — it does not auto-apply.
Unlimited Sip Club ($14.99/month): If you visit Panera more than five times a month and order a drink each time, this subscription pays for itself. You get unlimited refills on 20+ beverages — coffee, lemonade, charged drinks, teas — once every two hours. The break-even is roughly five drinks a month. If you work from Panera regularly, this is a no-brainer.
Mix & Match Value Menu: The newest way to eat cheaply at Panera. Ten fan-favorite items at $4.99 each when ordered together. If you haven’t explored this yet, it launched in February 2026 and it’s legitimately a good deal for a complete meal.
Tuesday Bagel Deal: A Baker’s Dozen — that’s 13 bagels — drops to around $9.49 on Tuesdays. If you’re feeding a group or just love bagels, plan accordingly. These sell out at some locations, so ordering through the app in the morning is the smart move.
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Birthday coming up? Our step-by-step guide walks you through exactly how to claim your Panera birthday freebie without losing it at checkout — which is what happens to most people.
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Looking for deals and discount codes? We cover what actually works at Panera in 2026 — including the honest truth about why most public promo codes don’t apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on the Panera Bread menu with prices in 2026?
The Panera Bread menu with prices covers sandwiches ($8.99–$13.99), soups ($5.99–$7.49 per bowl), salads ($8.99–$11.99), bagels ($1.99–$2.29), bakery items, breakfast items, drinks, kids meals, and catering packages. The Mix and Match value menu launched in February 2026 offers select items at $4.99 each. All prices vary by location — confirm through the Panera app for your specific café.
How much does a typical Panera Bread meal cost?
A typical Panera lunch — a You Pick Two combo with half sandwich and cup of soup — runs $12.78–$13.38. Individual items range from $1.99 for a bagel to $13.99 for a full salad. Delivery prices through third-party apps are typically higher than dine-in prices, and prices vary between cities and states.
Are Panera Bread prices the same at every location?
No — and this is one of the most common surprises people run into. Panera is largely a franchise chain and individual operators set their own prices. The same You Pick Two can cost significantly more in a high cost-of-living city than in a smaller market. Delivery prices are also typically higher than what you’d pay in-store. Always verify through your local Panera’s app listing or by calling ahead.
What is the cheapest thing at Panera Bread?
The least expensive individual items are bagels at $1.99–$2.29 and cream cheese spreads starting at $1.49. For the best full-meal value, the Mix and Match items at $4.99 each are the most budget-friendly way to build a complete order. The Cinnamon Crunch Bagel at $2.29 offers the best calorie-per-dollar ratio on the entire menu.
What is the most popular item at Panera Bread?
Broccoli Cheddar Soup is consistently Panera’s best-selling item and has been for years. The Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt, Mac and Cheese, and Cinnamon Crunch Bagel are also among the top-ordered items at most locations nationwide.
Does Panera Bread have a value menu in 2026?
Yes. Panera launched the Mix and Match value menu in February 2026, offering 10 fan-favorite half-portion items at $4.99 each when combined. This replaced the previous Value Duets pricing structure. It’s available at the counter, through the app, and online.
What time does Panera stop serving breakfast?
Panera stops serving egg sandwiches, soufflés, and avocado toast at 10:30 AM on most weekdays. Bagels, pastries, and coffee are available all day long. Some weekend locations extend the breakfast window slightly — confirm through the app for your location
Does Panera Bread offer delivery?
Yes. Panera delivers through its own app and website as well as through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. Note that delivery menu prices are typically higher than dine-in prices on third-party platforms. For the best experience and to earn MyPanera rewards, order directly through the Panera app.
✅ Prices last verified in-store: September 2026
⚠️ This site is not affiliated with Panera Bread, LLC. For official information, visit panerabread.com.
Prices are national averages and vary by location. Last updated September 20, 2026.