Panera Bread Menu Prices (2026)
Panera Bread prices at a glance
| You Pick Two | $13.79 |
|---|---|
| Broccoli Cheddar Soup | $7.19 – $8.99 |
| Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt | $13.49 |
| Mac & Cheese | $8.49 – $11.49 |
| Cinnamon Crunch Bagel | $3.29 |
| You Pick Two with premium item | $15.29 |
Cheapest main item: Mac & Cheese (small) $8.49 All 41 prices ↓
Panera Bread sits between fast food and casual dining: bakery-cafe pricing with table service in some locations and counter service in most. The menu is built around soups, salads, sandwiches and its signature bread bowls, and the You Pick Two combo is by far the most ordered item in the chain.
Two things dominate the real cost of eating at Panera. The first is You Pick Two, which delivers half portions of two items for less than a single full entree at most competitors. The second is the Unlimited Sip Club subscription, which changes the maths entirely for anyone who visits more than twice a month.
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Panera Bread Drinks, Bakery & Sip Club Prices
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Sip Club (per month)Pays for itself in roughly five visits. | $14.99 |
| Coffee (regular)Panera's coffee is sold as K-Cups for homeCheck price on Amazon | $3.19 |
| Charged Lemonade | $4.29 |
| Iced Caffè Latte | $5.29 |
| Chocolate Chipper Cookie | $3.79 |
| Cinnamon Roll | $4.59 |
| Baguette | $3.99 |
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How to Save Money at Panera Bread
- You Pick Two at $13.79 gives you two half items for less than most single entrees elsewhere — it is the reason the item exists.
- The Unlimited Sip Club at $14.99 a month breaks even after about five coffee runs, and it covers iced drinks and lemonades too.
- MyPanera rewards are free and rotate personalised offers, often a free pastry or a discounted You Pick Two.
- Order through the Panera app rather than a delivery platform — third-party menus are typically marked up 15 to 25 percent.
Panera Bread Menu — Frequently Asked Questions
How much is You Pick Two at Panera Bread?
You Pick Two costs about $13.79 in 2026, rising to roughly $15.29 when one of your halves is a premium item such as steak. It includes two half portions plus a side of bread, chips or an apple.
Is the Panera Unlimited Sip Club worth it?
At $14.99 a month it covers unlimited drip coffee, iced coffee, tea, lemonades and fountain drinks with refills every two hours. Since a single coffee is about $3.19, it pays for itself in roughly five visits — worthwhile if you go weekly, not if you go monthly.
What time does Panera stop serving breakfast?
Most bakery-cafes serve the hot breakfast sandwich menu until 10:30 AM. Bagels, pastries and the full drink menu are available whenever the cafe is open.
How much is a bread bowl at Panera?
Adding a bread bowl to a soup costs about $2 more than the bowl portion. Broccoli cheddar in a bread bowl runs roughly $10.99 versus $8.99 for the same soup in a standard bowl.
Is Panera cheaper than ordering delivery?
Yes, substantially. Third-party delivery platforms typically list Panera items 15 to 25 percent above in-store prices before delivery fees, service fees and tip. Ordering ahead in the Panera app for pickup avoids all of it.
Does Panera still have half-price bagels?
Panera regularly discounts bagels late in the day at some locations, but it is a per-location decision rather than a chain-wide policy. Bagel packs — half dozen at about $12.99 or a baker's dozen at $18.99 — are the reliable way to lower the per-bagel cost.
How much is a Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt at Panera Bread?
A Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt costs about $13.49 at Panera Bread in 2026, based on national average menu prices. All sandwiches come with a choice of side: baguette, chips, apple or a small soup for an upcharge. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
How much is Mac & Cheese at Panera Bread?
Mac & Cheese costs about $8.49 for a small and $11.49 for a large at Panera Bread in 2026, based on national average menu prices. Bread bowls add roughly $2 to any soup. Broccoli cheddar is the chain's best-selling item of any kind. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
How much is a Cinnamon Crunch Bagel at Panera Bread?
A Cinnamon Crunch Bagel costs about $3.29 at Panera Bread in 2026, based on national average menu prices. Breakfast is served until 10:30 AM at most locations, though bagels and pastries are available all day. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
Is Panera Bread open on Thanksgiving Day?
No. On Thanksgiving Day 2025: All bakery-cafes closed. Thanksgiving Day 2026 is Thursday, November 26; check your local restaurant's hours before you go.
Is Panera Bread open on Christmas Day?
No. On Christmas Day 2025: Bakery-cafes closed. Christmas Day 2026 is Friday, December 25; check your local restaurant's hours before you go.
Panera Bread Price Comparisons
Matched item by item against the chains Panera Bread is most often weighed up against — same burger, same fries, same drink, side by side: