Panera rolls out meat-packed handheld Salad Stuffers Panera Bread customers can make any salad on the menu a Stuffer. Industry News April 10, 2026 No Comments Panera Bread introduces a bread bowl made for salad, debuting with the Steakhouse Salad Stuffer and Santa Fe Salad Stuffer.Read More
Panera returns Ciabatta Dippers to the menu Panera debuts steak and chicken sandwiches paired with soup to dip in. Industry News September 12, 2025 No Comments Panera debuts the Chicken Pesto Dipper alongside the return of the French Dipper.Read More
Panera Brands taps José Cil as chairman José Cil succeeds Patrick Grismer, who served as independent board chair since June 2024. Industry News May 19, 2025 No Comments New Panera chairman most recently served as CEO of Restaurant Brands International.Read More
Panera Bread taps new chief information officer Santhosh Kumar has over 21 years of experience in IT. Industry News February 6, 2025 No Comments Santhosh Kumar joins Panera Bread as chief innovation officer, effective Feb. 12, 2025.Read More
Panera Brands appoints interim CEO Interim CEO joined Panera in 2023. Industry News January 8, 2025 No Comments Company names current CFO as interim chief executive officer.Read More
Panera launches croissant breakfast sandwiches Croissant sandwiches include bacon, sausage and egg varieties. Industry News August 22, 2024 No Comments Panera unveils three all-new croissant breakfast sandwiches.Read More
Panera introduces two new melts New melt offerings include the Bacon Avocado Melt and Southwest Chicken Melt. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments The new Bacon Avocado Melt features applewood smoked bacon, fresh avocado, smoked gouda, everything bagel seasoning blend and chipotle aioli on toasted sourdough.Read More
Panera expands Value Duet pairings Panera gives guests value and variety with set Value Duet options ranging from $6.99 to $8.99. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments The Value Duet pairings combine a half-portion sandwich or salad along with a cup of soup.Read More
Panera adds Black Forest Ham & Gouda Melt to line of Toasted Baguette sandwiches New sandwich is available nationwide starting June 22. Industry News June 13, 2023 No Comments MyPanera members nationwide have the opportunity to be the first to try the new sandwich for a limited time from June 12–21.Read More
Panera is launching a new salad and bringing back the Strawberry Poppyseed Salad Panera's new salad is the Southwest Caesar Salad with Chicken. Industry News March 27, 2023 No Comments Panera is returning its Strawberry Poppyseed Salad, made with chicken raised without antibiotics, to its menu April 5.Read More