Panera Bread Erie

Located at 4299 Buffalo Road in the heart of Erie’s Millcreek Township, Panera Bread offers a bright, welcoming café experience for locals and travelers alike. The bakery aromas of freshly baked baguettes, cinnamon rolls and seasonal apple muffins greet guests as they step inside the modern interior with soft seating, free Wi‑Fi and ample natural light from large windows that overlook nearby Presque Isle State Park and the Erie Insurance Arena. The menu features Panera’s signature soups such as Broccoli Cheddar and Chicken Noodle, hearty Mediterranean Veggie and Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad sandwiches, and the popular Power Bowl with quinoa and roasted vegetables. Breakfast lovers can enjoy the Classic Bagel with cream cheese or the Sweet Cinnamon Roll, while coffee enthusiasts can choose from a range of drip, espresso and seasonal iced drinks. Prices typically range from $8 for a pastry to $15 for a full meal. The café is open daily from 6:30 am to 9:00 pm, with a slightly earlier closing at 8:00 pm on Sundays, and offers contactless dine‑in, curbside pickup and Panera’s convenient app ordering. Ample parking is available in the adjacent lot, and the friendly staff, led by manager Anita Vanderveer, are ready to accommodate dietary preferences, including gluten‑free and vegetarian options. Whether you’re stopping for a quick coffee before a game at the arena, a family lunch after a walk along the lakefront, or a remote work session, Panera Bread on Buffalo Road provides a comfortable, reliable spot in Erie.