Panera Bread - Merced

I just give this Panera bread in Merced five stars because I like Panera Bread. The only drawback of Panera bread in Merced is that it is too tiny. I was with a number of them who were much bigger and wore much more of everything and didn't always run out of products. They should have used the entire building instead of just a part of it, and even then it would have been hardly big enough to appeal to so many customers. When Yosemite Park rises again, and it gets in a very great way, they need to turn away customers who do not have all day to wait for a seat or a parking lot, or frustrated after waiting only to find what they want to sell out.

They are usually good here but sometimes forget things. Ordered two sandwiches and usually I never do this but forgot to order a coffee so I ordered a cold brew at the window. I felt bad so tipped 5 and then discovered my sandwich was completely laying in the bag out of the wrapping. I was going to attempt to eat it but was gross out and asked if they could make another one. They sat us and made us wait a while, so husband had to go inside and pick it up.

Ordered the Homesttle Chicken Noodle Soup which was a bit salty. The bread was delicious and fresh. The salad was also fresh and crisp.

I always get the turkey avocado sandwich and broccoli and cheddar. The bread is soft and tasty. They have a good selection on drinks.

We actually go here so my kids can get their homework done and get a bite to eat at the same time. It's a very relaxing environment. We love their tomato soup and baguettes. My only complaint is sometimes they have a homeless guy in there with his 2 big dogs. The dogs are very well behaved and the doesnt create any issues at all. But I can see how it would scare people away.