Updated May 2026
Panera Bread Kids Menu 2026
Every Item, Price, and What Is Included
Panera's kids meals are a full package. Entree plus side plus drink plus treat, all for one price. This guide covers every option with real prices, calorie counts, and the picks that work for picky eaters and health conscious parents alike. See also our family feast meals for feeding larger groups.
9
Entrees
$6.29+
Starting Price
4 Items
Included
12 & Under
Age Group
Kids Favorites
6 Top Kids Meal Picks
These are the kids meals that get ordered again and again. Each one includes a side, drink, and treat in the price.
$6.29
Most Popular
Kids Mac & Cheese
420 cal
White cheddar shell pasta. The same recipe as the adult version, just a smaller portion. Universally loved by picky eaters.
$6.29
Classic
Kids Grilled Cheese
370 cal
American cheese on white bread, grilled golden. Simple and reliable. The second most ordered kids item.
$6.29
Light
Kids Chicken Noodle Soup
180 cal
Cup of Homestyle Chicken Noodle. Light and warm. The go to when your kid is under the weather.
$6.29
Sweet
Kids PB&J
410 cal
Classic peanut butter and jelly on white bread. Soft texture with a balanced PB to J ratio.
$6.99
Protein
Kids Turkey Sandwich
300 cal
Sliced turkey and American cheese on white bread. A step up from grilled cheese for kids ready for protein.
$6.99
Comfort
Kids Broccoli Cheddar Soup
360 cal
Cup of the number one soup at Panera. Kids either love it or refuse it. Broccoli is soft enough for most kids.
What Is Included in Every Kids Meal
Four items. One price. Here is the breakdown.
Entree
Mac and Cheese, Grilled Cheese, Soup, or Sandwich
Side
Apple Slices, French Baguette, or Kettle Chips
Drink
Organic Milk, Juice Box, or Bottled Water
Treat
Chocolate Chip Cookie or Organic Yogurt Squeeze
Total meal calories depend on your choices. The entree calories listed above are just for the main item. Add 50 to 150 calories for the side, 80 to 150 for the drink, and 100 to 200 for the treat to calculate the full meal.
Complete Kids Menu Reference
All 9 kids entrees with prices and calories.
| Entree | Description | Calories | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Mac and Cheese | White cheddar shell pasta | 420 | $6.29 |
| Kids Grilled Cheese | American on white bread | 370 | $6.29 |
| Kids Chicken Noodle Soup | Cup of Homestyle Chicken Noodle | 180 | $6.29 |
| Kids PB and J | Peanut butter and jelly on white | 410 | $6.29 |
| Kids Turkey Sandwich | Sliced turkey and American cheese | 300 | $6.99 |
| Kids Broccoli Cheddar Soup | Cup of Broccoli Cheddar | 360 | $6.99 |
| Kids Cream of Tomato Soup | Smooth tomato soup | 230 | $6.29 |
| Kids Bacon Mac and Cheese | Mac with crispy bacon | 480 | $6.99 |
| Kids Steak and White Cheddar | Sliced steak on a roll | 390 | $7.99 |
Prices from Panera's menu May 2026. Entree calories only. Side, drink, and treat add additional calories.
Healthiest Options
Healthiest Kids Meal Combinations
Lower calorie combos that still taste great
The Lightest Option
280 total caloriesKids Chicken Noodle Soup with Apple and Water plus Yogurt Squeeze
Balanced and Wholesome
400 total caloriesKids Grilled Cheese on Whole Grain with Apple and Organic Milk plus Yogurt Squeeze
Protein Packed
450 total caloriesKids Turkey Sandwich with Apple and Organic Milk plus Yogurt Squeeze
Swap the cookie for the organic yogurt squeeze to save about 100 calories on any meal.
Kids Meals by Age Group
What works best for different ages
Toddlers (2 to 4)
Best picks: Kids Mac and Cheese or Grilled Cheese
Soft textures, familiar flavors, easy to pick up. The 420 calorie entree plus side and drink is usually enough to share between two small kids.
Young Kids (5 to 8)
Best picks: Any of the $6.29 options
This age group eats the full range. Mac and Cheese and Grilled Cheese remain popular. Adventurous eaters might try the soups.
Older Kids (9 to 12)
Best picks: Kids Turkey Sandwich or Steak and White Cheddar
Bigger appetites need more protein. The turkey sandwich at $6.99 or steak option at $7.99 provide more substance.
Written by Marcus Cole
Kids menu prices verified in-store May 2026
All prices and nutrition data are sourced from Panera's official 2026 menu and verified in-store. Calorie counts are for the entree only. Add the side, drink, and treat calories for total meal calories. See our allergen guide for detailed allergy information or check family feast meals for larger groups.
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Kids Menu Questions Answered
Common questions about Panera kids meals, pricing, and what's included.
How much is a Panera kids meal?
Panera kids meals range from $6.29 to $7.99 in 2026. Every kids meal includes an entree, a side like apple, chips, or bread, a drink such as milk, juice, or water, and a treat which is a cookie or yogurt. The price depends on the entree. Mac and cheese and grilled cheese are at the lower end, while the turkey sandwich is at the top end.
What age is the Panera kids menu for?
Panera's kids menu is intended for children 12 and under. There is no hard enforcement. Adults can technically order from the kids menu, but portion sizes are small and designed for children. If you want a smaller portion as an adult, consider the You Pick Two combo instead.
What comes with a Panera kids meal?
Every kids meal includes four items. One entree which can be a sandwich, mac and cheese, or soup. One side which is either an apple, French baguette, or kettle chips. One drink which is organic milk, a juice box, or water. And one treat which is either a cookie or organic yogurt squeeze. All four components are included in the single price.
Does Panera have a kids Mac and Cheese?
Yes. The Kids Mac and Cheese is one of the most popular items on the kids menu. It is the same white cheddar shell pasta as the adult version, just a smaller portion. It runs about 420 calories and comes with a side, drink, and treat for $6.29.
What is the healthiest Panera kids meal?
The Kids Grilled Cheese on whole grain bread with an apple side and organic milk is one of the healthier options at about 400 calories total. For even fewer calories, the Kids Chicken Noodle Soup with an apple and water comes in around 280 calories total. Skip the cookie treat and swap for the yogurt squeeze.
Can I customize a Panera kids meal?
Yes. You can swap sides such as apple, chips, or bread. You can change drinks and the treat through the app or at the register. You can also customize the entree. For example, removing ingredients from a sandwich. The customization options are the same as the adult menu.
Does Panera have allergen friendly kids options?
Panera publishes full allergen data for every kids menu item. The grilled cheese and mac and cheese contain dairy and gluten. The Kids Chicken Noodle Soup contains gluten in the noodles. For nut allergies, the peanut butter and jelly contains peanuts. Check our allergen menu guide for detailed breakdowns.
Are Panera kids meals available all day?
Yes. The kids menu is available during all operating hours, including breakfast time. You can order a Kids Mac and Cheese at 7 AM if that is what your child wants. There are no time restrictions on the kids menu.
Feeding the Kids Is Easy
Mac and Cheese plus Apple plus Milk plus Cookie. Under $7. Done.
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