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Dining with allergies? Find detailed allergen information for every menu item including gluten, dairy, nuts, soy, eggs, fish & shellfish!
If you have food allergies, please inform your server before ordering. Our kitchen uses shared cooking equipment and surfaces, which means cross-contact with allergens can happen. While we take precautions, we cannot guarantee any item is completely allergen-free. This information is provided as a guide only. For specific dietary concerns or severe allergies, please speak directly with a manager before ordering. Your safety is our priority.
Living with food allergies doesn't mean you have to miss out on great dining experiences. At Panera Bread, we believe everyone deserves to enjoy fresh-baked favorites, regardless of dietary restrictions. That's why we've created this comprehensive allergen guide to help you make informed choices.
Our complete menu features fresh salads, warm grain bowls, and handcrafted sandwiches. Many items on our menu can be customized to accommodate common food allergies. Whether you're avoiding gluten, dairy, nuts, or other allergens, this guide will show you exactly what's in each dish.
The tables below list the eight major food allergens identified by the FDA: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat (gluten), and soy. We've organized our menu by category to make it easy to find safe options for your specific dietary needs. For additional nutrition information, check out our menu with prices.
Green dot indicates the allergen is present in this menu item
Good news for those avoiding gluten! Many Panera Bread menu items are naturally gluten-conscious or can be modified to accommodate your preferences. Here's what you need to know for 2026:
Our bakery-cafés use shared cooking surfaces and equipment. While we take precautions to prevent cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that any menu item is 100% gluten-free. For celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivity, please inform your server and speak with a manager before ordering.
Avoiding dairy? You still have plenty of delicious choices at Panera Bread! Here's your complete guide to 2026 dairy-free dining:
Pro Tip: Ask your server to "Hold the cheese" or "Hold the butter" to make almost any salad or sourdough sandwich dairy-free. Our kids menu also features fresh fruit and apple chips as dairy-free side options.
Panera Bread takes nut allergies very seriously. While peanuts and tree nuts are not common ingredients in most of our savory dishes, they are frequently used in our bakery. Here are items to be aware of for 2026:
Important for Severe Nut Allergies: While we limit nuts in our entrees, our bakery environment processes tree nuts daily. Cross-contact is possible on shared equipment. If you have a severe or anaphylactic nut allergy, please inform your server immediately and consult a manager.
Have more questions about our allergen safety? Here are the most common inquiries we receive at Panera Bread in 2026.
Panera does not have a separate 'Gluten-Free' menu because our bakeries handle flour daily. Instead, we offer 'Gluten-Conscious' items made without gluten-containing ingredients. For those with celiac disease, please consult with a manager before ordering to discuss cross-contact risks.
Our French Baguette, Artisan Ciabatta, Black Pepper Focaccia, and Country Rustic Sourdough are naturally dairy-free and vegan-friendly. However, our Cinnamon Crunch and brioche-style breads contain dairy and eggs.
Several soups like our Autumn Squash, Creamy Tomato, and Mexican Street Corn Chowder are made without gluten ingredients. However, soups like Broccoli Cheddar contain wheat for thickening. Always check our latest 2026 allergen table above.
Our cafes use shared preparation areas, ovens, and equipment. While we train our staff on allergen handling and take precautions (like changing gloves upon request), we cannot guarantee any item is 100% allergen-free due to the nature of our open bakery environment.
Yes! Our Kids Menu features several nut-free sides including fresh fruit, organic apple chips, and our kettle-cooked chips. Most of our savory sandwiches and Mac & Cheese are also nut-free recipes.
Absolutely. In 2026, all Panera locations offer unsweetened Almond Milk as a dairy alternative for hot or iced coffee, lattes, and select smoothies. Please ask your server for a dairy substitution when ordering.
No, Panera's Mac & Cheese is made with traditional enriched wheat pasta. We currently do not offer a gluten-free pasta alternative in our cafes.
Most of our vinaigrettes are dairy-free, including the Fuji Apple, Asian Sesame, Balsamic, and Greek dressings. Avoid 'creamy' dressings like Caesar or Ranch unless otherwise specified.
Most of our bagels are made without nut ingredients, but please be aware that they are baked in the same ovens and stored in the same display cases as nut-containing pastries like our Pecan Braids.
For the most precise data, we recommend using the Panera Bread app or website, which updates allergen info daily based on local cafe availability, or speaking directly with a cafe manager.
Now that you know what's safe for your dietary needs, it's time to enjoy our signature soups, fresh salads, and artisan breads at your local Panera Bread cafe.
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