Located near the corner of Irvine Boulevard and Sand Canyon Road is Panera Bread. Once
you enter the doors, the scent of fresh baked bread fills the air. As you
peruse the menu, make sure to sample some of their breads so you can make the
right choice. All of their bakery items are on display whether you are in the
mood for a pastry and coffee for breakfast or picking a dessert for after
lunch. The service is friendly and attentive most days.
Jalapeño & Cheddar Bagel
Breakfast Sandwich is an all-natural egg, a thick slice of Vermont white
cheddar and smoked, lean ham all grilled on a Jalapeño & Cheddar bagel. The
flavors were awesome! Gooey, melted cheddar with smoky ham and a spicy kick
from the jalapenos in the bagel made this sandwich a winner. Thumbs up, way up!
Frozen Mocha is velvety
chocolate & icy espresso, topped with whipped cream & drizzled with chocolate
syrup. This was a perfectly blended mocha, not too sweet, great espresso
flavor, and creamy. Thumbs up!
French Toast Bagel Breakfast
Sandwich is an all-natural egg, a thick slice of Vermont white cheddar and all-natural
sausage all grilled on a French toast bagel. This was another great sandwich
with sweet and savory flavors – gooey, creaminess from the melted cheddar, savory
sausage, and sweet cinnamon custardy flavor from the bagel. Thumbs up!
Spinach & Artichoke Baked
Egg Soufflé is spinach, Romano cheese, red peppers and artichoke hearts,
lightly flavored with a hint of garlic & a dash of Tabasco®. This was a
light way to start your day with a cup of orange juice. The soufflé was light, fluffy
and all of the flavors went really well together. Thumbs up!
Steak &White Cheddar Premium Hot Panini is served
on a French baguette with seared top sirloin, caramelized onions, Vermont white
cheddar & horseradish spread with your choice of side. The top sirloin was
cooked to well done. The meat was tender, but would have been better if it was
on the medium-rare side. All of the flavors went very well together, but the
presentation was a bit flat (no pun intended). The baguette was crunchy on the
outside and chewy on the inside.
Thai Chopped Chicken Salad is
all-natural, antibiotic free chicken, romaine, wonton strips, a blend of
fire-roasted edamame, red bell pepper, and carrot tossed in a Thai Chili
Vinaigrette and topped with Thai cashews, fresh cilantro and a peanut drizzle.
There are lots of flavors and textures going on here: crunchy won ton strips,
smoky edamame, sweet bell peppers, spicy Thai chili dressing, starchiness from
the cashews and peanut drizzle, and perkiness from the cilantro. Thumbs up!
Asiago Roast Beef is
oven-roasted beef, smoked cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions & creamy
horseradish sauce, on an Asiago Cheese Demi. This is the best sandwiches on the
menu. The roast beef was flavorful and tender. The horseradish went really well
with the beef, not too invasive. The Asiago Cheese Demi was to die for! The
Asiago was baked into the bread and added a wonderful cheese crust on the top.
Thumbs up, way up!
If you looking for some place
relaxing for lunch, stop by Panera Bread. You can even hop onto their wi-fi and
surf the web too.
Savings Tip:
- Sign up for their My Panera rewards card. You’ll start receiving
free items after your first visit.
Atmosphere: 5 out of 5 stars
Service: 4 out of 5 stars
Décor: 5 out of 5 stars
Food: 4 out of 5 stars
For more information:
6372 Irvine Blvd
Irvine,
CA 92620-2102
949.551.3600
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