General Info

Founded in 1981, Panera Bread is one of the leading bakers in the United States. Based in Ontario, Calif., the bakery offers freshly-baked breads, bagels, baked egg souffles, pastries and sweets. It also provides sandwiches, soups, hand-tossed salads and beverages. The parent company, Panera Bread Company, owns and operates more than 1,453 bakery-cafes under the Panera Bread, Saint Louis Bread Co. and Paradise Bakery & Cafe names throughout North America and Canada. It is the recipient of the Sandleman & Associates Quick-Track "Awards for Excellence" for 2009.