panera bread menu overview madison wi location
Discover a delicious variety of sandwiches, salads, and comforting classics at Panera Bread on East Springs Drive in Madison, Wisconsin. Known widely for its fresh bakery items and inviting café vibe, this location offers an array of thoughtfully crafted dishes perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
starters and light bites
While the menu centers on hearty mains and salads, those looking to start light can enjoy freshly baked breads and pastries, including the famed black pepper focaccia and ciabatta that complement every meal with their artisan touch.
mains that satisfy every craving
Panera Bread's mains showcase a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for anyone craving a generous, satisfying meal. The Chicken Bacon Rancher features grilled chicken paired with applewood smoked bacon and aged white cheddar on black pepper focaccia, layered with ranch dressing for a creamy finish. The Ciabatta Cheesesteak offers tender marinated sliced steak, provolone cheese, garlic aioli, caramelized onions, and zesty sweet Peppadew peppers on freshly baked ciabatta bread.
For fans of bold flavors, the Chipotle Chicken Avo Melt combines smoked pulled chicken, smoked Gouda cheese, fresh avocado, cilantro, Peppadew peppers, and chipotle sauce on black pepper focaccia. Alternatively, the Toasted Frontega Chicken melts fresh mozzarella with vine-ripened tomatoes, red onions, basil, and chipotle aioli on the same focaccia bread, delivering a harmony of smoky and fresh notes.
The Toasted Italiano brings a classic Italian flair with black forest ham, soppressata, provolone cheese, romaine lettuce, red onion, sliced pepperoncini peppers, garlic aioli, and a splash of Greek dressing, all on a crisp French baguette. Spicy lovers will appreciate the Spicy Fiesta Chicken, which features grilled chicken, creamy salsa verde spread, aged white cheddar, sweet peppers, roasted corn, and cilantro served on ciabatta bread.
For a comforting bowl, Panera offers classic Mac & Cheese made with tender shell pasta and Vermont white cheddar cheese sauce, as well as a BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese variant that includes smoked pulled chicken, apple cider vinegar BBQ sauce, frizzled onions, and fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor.
Salad enthusiasts can choose between the Southwest Chile Lime Ranch Salad with Chicken, a vibrant mix of smoked pulled chicken, romaine, arugula, adobo corn blend, quinoa tomato sofrito, masa crisps, chile lime rojo ranch dressing, feta cheese, and avocado, or the Green Goddess Cobb Salad with Chicken, which features chicken, arugula, romaine, kale, radicchio, grape tomatoes, pickled red onions, green goddess dressing, avocado, bacon, and a hard-boiled egg.
desserts and sweet treats
Complement your meal with a selection of freshly baked pastries and desserts available at Panera Bread. The chocolate croissant is a customer favorite, offering a flaky, buttery texture with rich chocolate notes, perfect for a sweet finish or a morning indulgence.
refreshing drinks and more
Panera Bread proudly serves coffee crafted to balance flavor and smoothness. From robust brewed options to specialty drinks like the chocolate latte, which is praised for its perfect sweetness and strength, there’s a beverage to accompany every meal. A microwave is available for guests who prefer their pastries warm, enhancing the cozy café experience.
specialty offerings and extras
- Free WiFi to stay connected while you enjoy your meal.
- Convenient parking with both free lot and street parking options.
- Takeout and delivery options for enjoying your favorite Panera meals anywhere.
