Panera Bread Kids Menu 2026

Panera kids meals range from $6.29 to $7.99 in 2026. Every kids meal includes an entree, a side (apple, chips, or bread), a drink (milk, juice, or water), and a cookie or yogurt. The price depends on the entree — mac & cheese and grilled cheese are at the lower end, while the turkey sandwich is at the top.

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.

Every kids meal includes: one entree (sandwich, mac & cheese, soup, etc.), one side (apple, French baguette, or kettle chips), one drink (organic milk, juice box, or water), and one treat (cookie or organic yogurt squeeze). All four components are included in the price.

Yes. The Kids Mac & 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.

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.

Yes. You can swap sides (apple, chips, or bread), 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.

Panera publishes full allergen data for every kids menu item. The grilled cheese and mac & cheese contain dairy and gluten. The Kids Chicken Noodle Soup contains gluten (noodles). For nut allergies, the peanut butter and jelly contains peanuts. Check our allergen menu guide for detailed breakdowns.

Yes. The kids menu is available during all operating hours, including breakfast time. You can order a Kids Mac & Cheese at 7 AM if that is what your child wants. There are no time restrictions on the kids menu.